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Human Resources Specialist

EC ElectricPortland, OR

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Education
HR (PHR, SPHR, SHRM)
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for supporting and coordinating different scopes of the HR Department as assigned by the HR Director. They will provide administrative support to the Human Resources team in the scopes detailed below. This position will ensure that all employees, current and potential are met with the highest level of customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Administrative Support Scope

1. Monitor and submit I-9 and E-Verify program, ensuring that every single I-9 is properly filled out, and repeat the various steps to incorporate necessary corrections or changes, coordinating with operations team.

2. Act as back to running all necessary background checks and clear the employees with the manager requesting the check. Each check will have its own GL code that will be needed when invoicing for the checks. (current systems Checkr and Samba)

3. Complete background check monthly recap during the first few weeks of the following month, separating the different coding to ensure that it matches our GL codes or job numbers.

4. Research, manage, and educate team on Labor Law posters for all locations and sites, coordinating with Operations team in different locations to manage poster compliance. Print out and ship required posters that will be utilized by other offices or job sites.

5. Assists with bargaining onboarding and Field Ops Coordinator with tasks as needed.

6. Run verification of employments in accordance with EC Company policy.

7. Run monthly birthday and anniversary report and send it to the necessary personnel.

8. Schedule onboarding activities such as office tours and introductions to key personnel. This will involve scheduling short meet and greets with department leads (Prefab, Tools, EHS, Payroll, Marketing, MIS, HR, Reception).

9. Perform customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions, escalating issues to Human Resources team, as needed.

10. Administer and monitors the Drug Free Workplace Program by notifying managers and field personnel of random selection list.

Non-Bargaining Onboarding Scope

11. Oversee/facilitate the first two days of all new hire onboarding activities.

12. Work with new hire manager to facilitate first day/week activities such as lunch with manager/team, HR and Safety orientations, MIS computer set up, office/cube space set up (as needed), etc.

13. Assist HR Operations Lead to arrange travel to corporate office for new hire orientation from remote locations, as needed.

14. Work with new hire manager to facilitate new hire trainings such as Keystyle, Viewpoint, etc. Add trainings from the LMS as needed.

15. Stay in touch with new employees, along with managers, during the 30, 60, and 90-day review periods, ensuring all touch base meetings are occurring and issues are resolved to guarantee new hire satisfaction. At the end of 90 days, ensure 90-day performance appraisal has been completed.

Recruitment Scope

16. Assists Recruiters by screening applicants, maintaining job postings, scheduling interviews and conducting virtual/in-person interviews as needed.

17. Assists Human Resources team with various research projects and/or special projects.

18. Assists in maintaining electronic document retention processing for employee files into HRIS software.

19. Conduct I-9 auditing annually to ensure that the record retention schedule accounts for terminated and existing employees.

20. Conduct daily and/or weekly electronic document retention processing for employee files in HRIS software.

21. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, with foundational knowledge of employment eligibility (I‑9/E‑Verify), background screening, and HR compliance requirements.
  • 2–4 years of hands‑on HR or administrative experience supporting onboarding, I‑9 processing, background checks, document retention, and employment verifications in a multi‑state or regulated environment.
  • Experience working in HRIS and applicant tracking systems, with strong attention to detail when handling employee records, audits, GL coding, reporting, and monthly reconciliations.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, coordinate onboarding logistics, schedules, training assignments, and cross‑functional collaboration with Operations, Safety, Payroll, IT, and field teams.
  • Strong interpersonal and customer‑service skills with the ability to respond to employee inquiries, support recruiters and managers, maintain confidentiality, and escalate issues appropriately within the Human Resources team.

Benefits

Salary range for this position is $55,000-$65,000 annually. 

Opportunity for a discretionary year-end bonus.

401k with a 40% employer match (up to federal limit.)

Please find more information on our compensation package here.

https://ecpowerslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/EC-Benefit-Summary-Applicants.pdf

In addition to significant career growth opportunities, full-time employees enjoy a competitive pay rate, paid holidays and PTO; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401k plan and Employee Assistance Program.

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EC Electric is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and supports a drug free workplace program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or characteristics, protected veteran status, or other protected classifications in accordance with federal law.

“Know Your Rights” labor poster click the link below for additional provision under this federal mandate.

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

EC Electric participates in E-Verification. Click the below links for more information.

E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish

E-Verify Right to Work

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and selection process. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Human Resources at hr@ecpowerslive.com.

Learn more about our company, visit our website at: www.ecpowerslife.com. CCB# 49737

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FAQs About Human Resources Specialist Jobs at EC Electric

What is the work location for this position at EC Electric?
This job at EC Electric is located in Portland, OR, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at EC Electric?
Employer has not shared pay details for this role.
What employment applies to this position at EC Electric?
EC Electric lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at EC Electric?
EC Electric is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What education level is required for this job?
The education requirement for this position is HR (PHR, SPHR, SHRM). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.
What benefits are offered by EC Electric for this role?
EC Electric offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Career Development, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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