HR Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

BUILD Renewables is a nationwide engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company with a dedicated focus on utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems. The company was formed due to the increasing demand for renewables with the objective of assembling high-performing project teams. Our goal is to hire the best people and offer them career opportunities that are unique to the industry. Learn more at

Position Overview: 

The HR Generalist is responsible for providing comprehensive support to the Human Resources department, with a primary focus on onboarding, benefits administration, compliance reporting, and coordination of Learning and Performance Management. This position also serves as a backup resource for recruiting activities and contributes to the overall effectiveness of the HR function by assisting in a variety of HR initiatives and employee support programs.

Essential Functions: 

Onboarding & Employee Integration

• Coordinate and facilitate the new hire onboarding process, including preparing offer letters, background checks, I-9 verification, orientation schedules, and benefits enrollment.
• Act as the primary point of contact for new hires, ensuring a smooth and positive onboarding experience.
• Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system.

Benefits Administration

• Assist with annual open enrollment, benefit plan audits, and benefits communications.
• Process qualifying life events and coordinate COBRA administration as needed.
• Respond to routine benefit questions.

HR Operations & Administration

• Maintain personnel files and HRIS records to support accurate and complete employee data.
• Process transfers, promotions, compensation changes, supervisor changes, leaves, and separations.
• Prepare routine HR letters, employment confirmations, notices, reports, and employee documentation.
• Support HR audits, record retention, reporting needs, and maintenance of HR forms and templates.

Employee Relations & Team Member Support

• Respond to day-to-day employee questions regarding policies, procedures, benefits, time away, HR processes, and general employment matters.
• Provide guidance on routine HR processes and escalate sensitive or complex employee relations matters to HR leadership as appropriate
• Support managers with documentation and employee communication related to attendance, performance, conduct, and workplace expectations.
• Assist with employee separations, including documentation, benefits information, process coordination, and return-of-property follow-up.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling employee information and HR matters.

Compliance & Recordkeeping

• Help ensure HR records and practices comply with applicable federal, state, and local employment requirements.
• Support I-9, personnel file, benefit, and other routine HR audits.
• Assist with policy communications, required notices, and record retention activities.
• Protect confidential employee data and follow company standards for records hand

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Approximately 2-5 years of general Human Resources experience preferred, with exposure to multiple HR functions.
• Experience supporting a multi-state, construction, field-based, or rapidly growing workforce is helpful but not required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of common HR practices, employee lifecycle processes, benefits administration, and employment documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail when processing employee information and maintaining records.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a service-oriented approach to employee support.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with HR, payroll, recruiting, managers, and employees.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with ADP Workforce Now or another HRIS is preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Combination of in-office and remote work (3 days in office, 2 days remote)
• General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning. 
• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite. 
• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions. 
• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. 

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary 
• Opportunities for advancement 
• On-the-job training and mentorship
• Performance bonuses
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with Employer Match 
• Paid time off (PTO), vacation days, and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Status: Full-time (Exempt)

Salary / Pay Range: $65-$80K

Location: Minneapolis, MN (Mendota Heights, MN)

BUILD Renewables, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.