Human Resource Assistant - HK Idaho Falls, ID

Job ID:  499028

HK Contractors, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees.  We strive to be the preferred source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services.  We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Position Overview

This is a skilled position where the employee will provide excellent customer service for company employees and management team including, but not limited to: compiling, creating, and updating employee HR information; fielding phone calls; various HR/Payroll data entry, filing and other related duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Administer/coordinate new hire and DOT paperwork, I-9 auditing, drug testing, back ground screening, agilities testing and other human resource processes.
• Timely employee file and record management, which includes tracking employee information, compensation, benefits, W4, DOT requirements, training, disciplinary actions, and termination data.
• Maintain, organize, and monitor confidential employee information.
• Update employee files to document personnel actions and to provide information for payroll and other uses.
• Provide excellent customer service.  Answer phone calls and assist employees with issues and questions related to HR, Payroll, Benefits, and other employment issues. 
• Travel to Pocatello location on a weekly basis. With other occasional site travel.
• Assist in and lead in employee investigations
• Scan and file HR related documents.
• Assists with other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• Minimum three years human resource experience is required.
• Experience with unemployement insurance claims

Work Requirements

• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Ability to do basic math
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
• Ability to work 8AM-5PM
• Regular travel to Pocatello

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Must have a current and valid driver’s license

Key Competencies

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional employee situations; Responds promptly to employee needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 25 lbs. Physical agilities test may be required.

 Work Environment

Office Setting

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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 a 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!

HK Contractors, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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