Human Resource Assistant

Job ID:  502249

Headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky, the Mountain Companies (comprised of Mountain Enterprises, Mountain Materials, and Mountain Aggregates) have been providing asphalt paving and aggregate services to the state of Kentucky for decades. From concrete construction to asphalt paving and quarry operations, we at the Mountain Companies pride ourselves on the multitude of services we can offer our customers. Privately owned and operated until 2006, the Mountain Companies later joined CRH. By being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH. CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The HR Assistant position is responsible for various duties to assist the Human Resources department including but not limited to posting job openings, STD claims, new hire reporting, and unemployment filing. This position reports directly to the HR Director.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
•Responsible for completing employment verifications;•Responsible for filing Short Term Disability claims;

•Reports all new hires to the state, as well as submits E-Verify reports;

•Participate in AAP development;•Assists with any HR audits;

•Responsible for posting any job openings and tracking applicants using software;

•Facilitates all pre-employment testing, as well as new hire onboarding;

•Assists with various HR roles including job fairs, open enrollment, benefit communication, and post hire surveys;

•Follow up with the related clerical aspects of employment, such as; employment forms notifying the department of background screening, physical and drug screening results;

•Assist in recruitment efforts;

•Knowledge of human resources policies and procedures;

•Filing

•Highly effective oral and written communication skills required;

•Ability to operate office equipment including, but not limited to: computers, copiers, ten key adding machine, printers, etc.;

•Proficiency of MS Excel and Word applications required;

•Ability to analyze issues independently;

•Other duties as may be assigned.

•Ability to perform under deadline pressure;

•Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions;

•Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
•To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily;
•High school graduate supplemented by appropriate college level coursework required. Two or moreyears’ experience in human resources required. Experience with recruitment and HR administrationstrongly preferred;
•Experience in a construction environment preferred;
•Valid state driver’s license and satisfactory driving record is required;
•Must be 18 years in age or older;
•Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check;

•Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook;

•Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required;

•Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required. Up to 30 percent travel. During the peak recruitment season it could be up to 50 percent travel;

•Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Mountain Enterprises, Inc. 
Mountain Enterprises, Inc. (A CRH Company) strives to provide the highest product quality and service in the construction industry. The company was formed in 2006 through the acquisition of multiple plants, crews and quarries specializing in aggregates, asphalt, and construction materials. With headquarters in Lexington and operations in Eastern Kentucky markets, Mountain Enterprises provides municipalities, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, builders and suppliers a wide variety of construction materials and products. Website: www.crhamericasmaterials.com.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Mountain Enterprises, Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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