Human Resources Generalist

About Us: Ellingson Plumbing, Heating, A/C and Electrical is a leading construction company working in both residential, commercial, and industrial applications. At Ellingson, our values are integrity, dedication, family, service, and excellence. We take pride in our work and our team, and we are committed to providing the highest level of service to our clients.  Ellingson employees make a difference in our communities every day and are the cornerstone of our success. Our small team atmosphere makes working at Ellingson feel like home while still being large enough to provide opportunities for career advancement.  

Position Overview: Ellingson Plumbing, Heating, A/C & Electrical is seeking a motivated Human Resources Generalist to support our growing team of field and office employees. The HR Generalist plays an important role in talent acquisition, onboarding, employee engagement, workforce development, training coordination, and performance management processes.

This position also supports apprenticeship and workforce development initiatives to help grow the leadership and skills within the organization. This role partners with leadership to attract, develop, and engage employees while helping create a positive workplace culture across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning 

• Post job openings and manage applicant tracking system
• Screen candidates and coordinate interviews
• Prepare offer letters and support workforce planning
• Coordinate job fairs and trade school partnerships

Onboarding & Employee Experience

• Coordinate new hire onboarding and orientation
• Support structured 30/60/90 day onboarding
• Coordinate offboarding and exit interviews

Employee Engagement & Communication

• Support employee engagement activities and company events
• Assist with internal announcements and HR updates
• Help address employee questions or concerns

Training & Workforce Development

• Coordinate training programs and track certifications
• Support apprenticeship program coordination
• Assist with trade school partnerships and training grants

Performance & HR Support

• Coordinate performance review process
• Track performance improvement plans
• Provide backup support for payroll and benefits questions

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of HR experience preferred (construction or trades experience a plus)
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work well with both field and office teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

What We Offer? 

Competitive pay based on experience.

We offer three different health insurance plans. Our dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance plans are free. We offer a 401(k) plan with 3% match, paid time off, holidays and an annual uniform allowance. 

Our employees and their families are very important to us, and we sponsor regular events including employee breakfasts, fishing excursions, skeet, sporting events, holiday dinner, and other events throughout the year. 

Why Join Us? 

At Ellingson, we are more than just a workplace – we are a family. We are dedicated to fostering a connected and supportive environment, valuing work-life balance, and creating a positive and rewarding atmosphere.  Join our team and become part of a company that is committed to your success and dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of service and excellence.