Human Resources Generalist

Company Description

Working at Knobelsdorff

Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.

Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.

If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, Knobelsdorff (KE) is the place for you.

Job Description

The HR Generalist is the divisional go-to resource for all things people and culture. This position will play a key part in shaping a positive employee experience—supporting day-to-day HR operations, managing onboarding, guiding employee relations, and ensuring that Knobelsdorff is always aligned with employment laws. You will work closely with both leadership and staff to help us grow a strong, engaged, and compliant workplace.

What You'll Do:

You’ll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Employee Relations Support and Guidance
  • Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters to foster a positive and compliant workplace.
• Business Partner to Division
  • Serve as a strategic HR business partner to divisional leadership, providing support in payroll, talent acquisition, learning and development, performance management and maintaining data integrity.  
• Policy Creation and Compliance Management
  • Oversee the development, implementation, and compliance of workplace policies and procedures to ensure consistency and alignment with organizational standards.

Qualifications

What You Bring

You are someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 2-4 years of experience in human resources or a related function
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and integrity

Bonus Points for:

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or PHR Certification
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience across multiple functional areas
• Background in HR data analysis and reporting for decision making
• Bililngual

Additional Information

Total Rewards Statement

As a full-time employee at Knobelsdorff, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.

• 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
• HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Profit sharing and performance-based incentives
• Paid weekly with competitive wages
• PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
• Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $85,000 per year, which reflects a good-faith estimate based on market data and internal equity.  

We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Typical requirements may include:

• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds

Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources via email at [email protected].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Knobelsdorff is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

We believe in hiring the best person for the job, period. If you’ve got the skills, work ethic, and mindset to Own It, you’ll find a place here.

If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.

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