
Union Payroll Specialist (Construction)
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Overview
Compensation
$60,000-$65,000/year
Job Description
Payroll Specialist role at a union subcontractorThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Jon LopezAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 per yearA bit about us:Job Title: Union Payroll Specialist (Construction)Location: Castroville, CA (Salinas Area)Compensation: $31.00 – $33.00 per hourIndustry: Specialty Subcontracting (Drywall & Framing)About the OpportunityOur client is a premier specialty subcontractor that has been a leader in the California construction industry for eight decades. Built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and teamwork, they are known for delivering unmatched expertise in commercial drywall and framing.We are seeking a Payroll Specialist with a deep understanding of Union labor administration and Certified Payroll to join their NorCal team in Castroville.Why join us?Why Join This Team?Stability: Join a firm with an 80-year legacy and a "team-first" environment.Impact: Play a critical role in ensuring the company remains compliant on major institutional-quality projects.Culture: A company that intentionally lives out its mission and values every day.Job DetailsKey ResponsibilitiesUnion Administration: Manage weekly payroll for multiple unions, including the administration of annual wage increases and fringe benefit adjustments.Compliance Reporting: Process and report certified payroll using LCP Tracker, DIR, and other online government portals.Trust Fund Management: Prepare and process monthly reports to Union Trust Funds for hours and fringe benefits.Project Compliance: Monitor subcontractor compliance and process forms relating to Skilled & Trained Workforce, DAS 140, and Fringe Benefit Statements.Insurance Coordination: Administer enrollment and monthly reporting for UCIP/OCIP (Wrap-up) insurance programs.System Management: Utilize Penta and Austin Lane software to ensure high-volume data accuracy and job costing.What We’re Looking ForExperience: 2+ years of Union Payroll experience (Construction industry experience is highly preferred).Technical Knowledge: Proven ability to navigate Certified Payroll requirements, Prevailing Wage laws, and Federal/State withholding.Software Proficiency: Experience with LCP Tracker, DIR portals, and ERP systems (Penta, Sage, or similar). 10-key by touch is essential.Detail Oriented: Ability to research and resolve complex payroll inquiries and maintain compliance with diverse union agreements.Customer Service: Excellent communication skills to interface with field employees, foremen, and union representatives.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
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