HR Generalist - Talent Acquisition

About the Role

J.E. Shurden Construction is a growing heavy civil construction company supporting projects throughout Arkansas, Mississippi, Texas, and the surrounding region. We are seeking an HR Generalist – Talent Acquisition to join our growing Human Resources team. Reporting directly to the Director of Human Resources, this position will have a strong focus on recruiting and onboarding field employees while also supporting general HR functions across the organization.

This is a remote-based position in Arkansas with periodic in-person collaboration and approximately 15–20% travel to active job sites. Travel may include new-hire orientations, employee support, training, recruiting initiatives, and annual benefits open enrollment. Some overnight travel will be required.

Key Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruiting for field and skilled-trade positions, including heavy equipment operators, civil laborers, and other personnel.
Build and maintain an active candidate pipeline across current and upcoming project locations.
Source and screen candidates using job boards, social media, trade networks, referrals, and community outreach.
Partner with field leadership to understand staffing needs and coordinate interviews and hiring decisions.
Coordinate the new-hire process from accepted offer through successful onboarding.
Manage electronic onboarding and employee documentation through BambooHR.
Coordinate background checks, drug screens, physicals, Form I-9 documentation, and required field credentials.
Assist with employee records, benefits administration, HR documentation, employee questions, and other general HR responsibilities.
Travel to project sites as needed to conduct orientations, support employees and field leadership, and assist with annual benefits open enrollment.
Partner with the Director of Human Resources on employee engagement, retention, training, compliance, and other HR initiatives.

Qualifications

2–4 years of experience in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, or a combination of HR and recruiting responsibilities.
Experience recruiting skilled trades, construction employees, heavy equipment operators, industrial workers, leadership, or other equivalent positions strongly preferred.
Experience managing multiple open positions or high-volume recruiting activity.
Working knowledge of onboarding, Form I-9 requirements, pre-employment screening, and general HR practices.
Experience with an ATS or HRIS; BambooHR experience is strongly preferred.
Strong communication, organization, follow-through, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work independently while maintaining regular communication and collaboration with the HR Director and field leadership.
Comfortable visiting active construction sites and wearing required PPE.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel approximately 15–20%, including occasional overnight travel.
Must reside in Arkansas and be available for periodic in-person collaboration.

Compensation & Work Support

Starting base salary of $55,000, with flexibility based on relevant experience and qualifications. Candidates with significant construction industry, skilled-trade recruiting, or directly related HR experience may be considered at a higher starting salary.
Company-provided laptop, secondary monitor(s), and necessary remote-work equipment.
Company-paid or reimbursed business travel.
Mileage reimbursement or company-arranged rental transportation for qualifying travel.
Company-paid lodging and applicable meal/per diem allowance for overnight business travel.

Why Join Us?

Employer-Paid Health Insurance (Employee Only)
Vision, Dental, Life, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
Competitive pay based on experience
Overtime opportunities
Safety-focused culture
Opportunities for training and advancement
Retirement Benefits

J.E. Shurden Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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