Human Resources Coordinator

Aston Carter•Cedar Rapids, IA

5d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The HR & Safety Generalist supports the organization’s day-to-day people and safety needs, collaborating with drivers, dispatchers, mechanics, office staff, and company leadership. The role facilitates recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, benefits, safety, and DOT compliance. It calls for an organized, dependable person who builds strong working relationships and communicates effectively, pays close attention to detail, and consistently follows through. The position is based onsite in a small office within a blue-collar company and involves interaction with drivers, dispatchers, and office personnel in a supportive, collaborative setting. The organization values a straightforward, people-first approach and completing work safely, correctly, and on time. The position is a contract role based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The pay range is $30.00–$35.00 per hour; individual compensation depends on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, location, internal equity, and other job-related factors.

Requirements

One to two years of experience in human resources, recruiting, safety, transportation, office administration, or a related role.
Experience supporting employees in trucking, construction, transportation, or another blue-collar environment is preferred.
Strong communication, organization, documentation, and follow-through skills.
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information professionally.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to learn HR, safety, and company systems.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to company locations as needed.
Performance management experience and confidence having difficult conversations.
Project management skills and ability to prioritize competing tasks.
Employee relations experience.
Training and coaching exposure.
Self-starter able to work independently.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in human resources, trucking, transportation, DOT compliance, or workplace safety.
Familiarity with DOT compliance, driver qualification files, drug and alcohol testing, OSHA, workers’ compensation, or safety documentation.
Experience with recruiting, onboarding, benefits, or employee recordkeeping.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, safety, or a related field; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Recruit and onboard drivers, mechanics, field employees, office staff, and other operational employees.
Manage job postings, candidate screening, interviews, offers, background checks, motor vehicle records, drug testing, and other pre-employment requirements.
Coordinate new-hire orientation, paperwork, benefits enrollment, safety training, and onboarding follow-up.
Support employees and leaders with policies, benefits, performance management, disciplinary matters, investigations, and other workplace concerns.
Assist with benefits, leave administration, workers’ compensation, and return-to-work coordination.
Maintain accurate and confidential employee, safety, and driver records.
Support DOT compliance, including driver qualification files, medical cards, motor vehicle records, and drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Assist with safety training, incident investigations, corrective actions, OSHA recordkeeping, and audit preparation.
Partner with dispatchers, supervisors, and the office team to support employee and operational needs.