Human Resources Generalist

Who Are We?

McAninch Corporation is a leader in the grading and underground utility industry. We are a family-founded, employee-owned company that has been recognized as an Iowa Top Workplace for the last 9 years. We partner with a wide variety of clients to provide mass grading, underground wet and dry utilities, excavation, and backfill services for residential and industrial construction projects in Iowa and Eastern Nebraska.

Position Description

We are looking for an HR Generalist to recruit, prepare, and support new employees entering the construction industry. This role coordinates recruitment for hourly positions, including representing McAninch at career fairs, interviewing, and pre-employment screening. This position will also facilitate HR and Safety new hire orientation and maintain training records.

The position works closely with field supervisors and the Safety Department to strengthen the transition from new hire to job-ready employee. Candidates must be comfortable presenting to groups, visiting jobsites, maintaining records, and communicating with employees at all levels.

This position typically works 7:00am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday and is not eligible for telework. Hours may vary for job site visits and traveling to events. Travel is typically limited to day trips in Iowa and Eastern Nebraska.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle talent acquisition processes for all hourly positions, including job posting, interviewing, and selection.
• Coordinate scheduling of and results for pre-employment physicals, drug tests, and background checks to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver new hire HR orientation to ensure new employees understand company culture, policies, procedures, and systems.
• In coordination with the Safety Department, develop and facilitate new hire Safety orientation related to the essential duties of our personnel.
• Track training completion, assess effectiveness of programs, and maintain accurate training records and files.
• Lead education outreach to high schools and colleges to inform students of career opportunities in construction and the trades.
• Visit job sites regularly to maintain positive relationships with field supervisors and personnel and understand the duties of each position.
• Manage unemployment claims related to seasonal layoffs, ensuring accurate documentation and timely responses.
• Drive employee engagement by addressing employee relations concerns and assisting with the resolution of HR and administrative issues.
• Actively participate in ESOP Culture Committee and contribute to the development of employee recognition and engagement initiatives.
• Manage HR record retention compliance and audits.
• Perform other administrative duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Safety Management, or related field or 2 years experience working in a dedicated Human Resources or Safety role in lieu of a degree.
• Strong presentation and communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to effectively engage adult learners.
• General knowledge of employment law and practices, including ADA, FLSA, and FMLA.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Must be available to travel when necessary (up to 20%).

Physical Requirements:

• Primarily sedentary work, requiring the ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, data entry, and operating office equipment.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching within an office environment.
• Ability to lift and carry light objects, typically up to 10 lbs

Compensation:

• $50,000-$60,000 per year based on experience
• 100% paid benefits, including health/dental/vision insurance premiums, life insurance, LTD/STD and cancer insurance.
• 401(k) with 3% company match and profit sharing.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) that awards shares in McAninch Corporation
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays