Unlock your career potential as an HR Assistant at MGE Underground! Grow your expertise in Human Resource practices while benefiting from MGE’s educational and career development opportunities. About MGE MGE Underground is a rapidly growing utility infrastructure contractor serving utility companies from our Paso Robles headquarters and regional hubs throughout California. Our mission is to support our clients’ expanding utility and infrastructure requirements by positioning MGE as the leading provider of innovative construction solutions at the best value. Our Core Values (https://mgeunderground.com/about/) Safety | Continuous Development | Respect | Integrity | Performance | Trust | Fun How You Can Make an Impact As the HR Assistant, you will take on the responsibility of union new-hire orientation and employee record-keeping utilizing our Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and employee files. You will learn from the entire HR team while providing integral support for their administrative and clerical tasks. This position will be required to start at 6:30 AM at least two days a week. How You Will Contribute + Process union new hire employee onboarding and new hire follow-up calls post-onboarding. + Complete I-9 forms, verify I-9 documentation, and maintain I-9 files, including monthly and annual audits. + Conduct and review pre-employment background checks for union employees. + File Chain of Custody forms and drug test results for union members pre-employment and random drug tests. + Assist with our union workforce (Manpower) requests and tracking processes. + Maintain confidential record keeping including filing all employee documents sent to HR. + Complete Department of Transportation verification of employment for DOT Regulated employees. What You Bring to the Table + High school diploma or GED plus two or more years of administrative experience. + Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel). + Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a focus on clarity, professionalism, and timely delivery. + Ability to maintain a high degree of discretion, diplomacy, and confidentiality. + Strong critical thinking skills including identifying alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. + Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn HRIS and other Human Resources systems. Our Competitive Package Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour This pay range is our competitive compensation at the time of this job posting. Your pay will be determined based on experience, education, skills, and applicable knowledge. Above and Beyond Benefits + Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. + 401K  + Vacation accrual for all non-exempt employees in addition to ten paid company holidays. + Multiple monitors, standing desks, and other ergonomic equipment to match your work style. + Monthly birthday celebrations, team lunches, company-wide employee recognition events, and other employee engagement opportunities . + Employer-sponsored learning/career development opportunities and conferences/seminars. + Employee Assistance Program: no-cost counseling, legal consultation, financial consultation, ID recovery, emotional well-being resources, dependent care resources, and crisis consultation. Additional Information Affirmative Action/EEO MGE Underground is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristics. Pre-Employment and Physical Requirements Successful applicants must pass a drug screen and background check before beginning employment. This role may require sitting at a desk working on a computer for a prolonged period of time. You must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time. * *Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Other Duties Your duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice, based on the company’s needs. Powered by JazzHR