Freedom Solar Power Hiring for HR Generalist at Houston, TX Full Time

Freedom Solar Power is the tenth-largest solar installer in the U.S. Founded in Austin in 2007, we now serve Texas, Colorado, Florida, North Carolina, and Virginia! Our residential and commercial solar reputation is based on our dedication to quality and service. At Freedom Solar Power, our mission is to empower everyone to get clean, affordable, and reliable energy from the sun. We take great pride in living by these 6 core values every day:

• Pride in Quality Craftsmanship
• Go Above and Beyond
• Put People First
• Have a Humble Heart
• Give a Damn
• Shoot Straight

Our mission is the heart of who we are! It’s part of why we’ve been voted Best Places to Work in 2019 and 2020 by the Austin and Houston Business Journals!

Freedom Solar Power is looking for a skilled and motivated Human Resources Generalist to join our rapidly growing team. This individual will play a key role on our team in supporting our business administratively in several HR functions, including the following: benefits, HRIS management, employee relations, policy and compliance, onboarding, orientation, as well as various HR audits. The HR Generalist will have the opportunity to assist in the implementation of a variety of new HR processes and programs. Because the responsibilities of this role are diverse, the ideal candidate will be a resourceful person with a passion for HR who has the ability and desire to learn quickly. This is a non-remote position based at our local Houston, TX (77055) office.

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Manages new hire onboarding to include pre-employment screening, tracking, and collecting all paperwork, verifying I-9 documentation, and assisting employees as needed through the onboarding process.
• Responds to garnishments and employment verifications.
• Assists with performance reviews, processing warnings, and terminations.
• Assists in the development and implementation of human resources policies and procedures.
• Participates in the implementation of effective employee relations practices.
• Maintains compliant employee personnel files to include routine audits and updates to HRIS.
• Assists with intake and management of workers’ compensation claims, short-term disability, FMLA, FFCRA, and OSHA records.
• Continually thinks of ways to improve HR efficiency and effectiveness.
• Willingness to learn about benefits and assist employees with questions/problems.
• Responds to employee questions regarding company policies, benefits, and payroll.
• Provides administrative support to the HR Director, CEO, and other members of the management team.

Qualifications:

• 2 to 3 years of Human Resource experience is required; HR experience in solar, construction, or electrical fields is highly desired.
• Prior experience with a leading HRIS and/or Workforce ADP is strongly preferred.
• Multi-state HR experience is highly preferred (currently in TX, CO, FL, VA, and NC).
• Must have a valid state driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Understanding of general human resources policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently under remote directions.
• Ability to problem solve and handle non-routine situations by determining the approach or action to take and interpreting guidelines, procedures, policies, and practices.
• Outstanding knowledge of MS Office and Google Workspace.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Desire to work as a team with a results-driven approach.
• Highly process and detail-oriented.
• Good judgment and the ability to ask for help when needed.
• Ability to work with diverse and strong personalities to drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Freedom Solar Power recognizes that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, upward mobility, and exciting fast-paced culture. For this reason, we offer a growing Benefit Plan that includes the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 100% Company-Sponsored Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) Employer Matching
• Weekly Pay Dates
• 3 Weeks PTO
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Team Building Events!
• Upward mobility Opportunities!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Houston, TX 77055: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location