HR Generalist

BUILD Renewables

HR Generalist supporting onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, and compliance at BUILD Renewables, a utility-scale solar and battery-storage EPC company.

Posted 8/22/2026full-timeMendota Heights • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Human Resources processes, including onboarding, benefits administration, and employee lifecycle management, while ensuring compliance with employment regulations. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for supporting HR initiatives and maintaining accurate employee records.

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Human Resources ExperienceBenefits AdministrationEmployee Lifecycle ProcessesHRIS ProficiencyOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Onboarding CoordinationBenefits EnrollmentEmployee Record MaintenanceHR Documentation PreparationCompliance with Employment Regulations

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationAttention to DetailService-Oriented ApproachProfessionalism

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeADP Workforce NowHRIS System

Industry Keywords

Employee RelationsConfidentialityMulti-State WorkforceHR AuditsWorkplace Expectations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and facilitate new hire onboarding, including offer letters, background checks, I-9 verification, orientation schedules, and benefits enrollment
Serve as the primary point of contact for new hires
Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system
Assist with annual open enrollment, benefit plan audits, benefits communications, qualifying life events, and COBRA administration
Respond to routine benefits and employee HR questions
Maintain personnel files and process transfers, promotions, compensation changes, supervisor changes, leaves, and separations
Prepare HR letters, employment confirmations, notices, reports, and employee documentation
Support HR audits, record retention, reporting, policies, notices, forms, and templates
Provide guidance on routine HR processes and escalate sensitive or complex employee relations matters to HR leadership
Support managers with documentation and employee communications concerning attendance, performance, conduct, and workplace expectations
Assist with employee separations and return-of-property follow-up
Ensure confidentiality of employee information and protect confidential employee data
Help ensure HR records and practices comply with federal, state, and local employment requirements
Serve as a backup resource for recruiting activities and contribute to HR initiatives and employee support programs
Work with HR, payroll, recruiting, managers, and employees

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
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
Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.
Ability to work in a combination of in-office and remote work arrangement

Benefits

Comp & perks

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)