Payroll Specialist

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in a fast-paced, service-driven mechanical contracting environment. This role is critical to ensure our team members are paid accurately and on time, while maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, can manage competing deadlines, and understands the unique payroll demands of a service-based field workforce — including variable hours, union labor, prevailing wage, and multi-state tax considerations.

This position is full-time on-site Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Weekly payroll processing for hourly, salaried and executive level employees
• Full awareness of union agreements, wages, benefits, holidays etc.
• Full knowledge of prevailing wage jobs, union dues, certified payroll and union reports
• Process all tax payments, garnishments, retirement, insurance and any other payroll related payments
• Manage monthly, quarterly, annual and any other related payroll tax submissions/reports
• Full knowledge of HR laws, regulations and requirements as pertaining to the Company
• Assist with Company Benefits, worker’s compensation, renewals, audits, and associated reports
• Assist with retirement program, payments, census, audits and related reports
• Other payroll/HR related functions as business grows and develops

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or GED and 3 years’ experience in payroll, or related field OR
• Bachelor’s degree in business/accounting/HR or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of payroll & HR experience
• Experience with Jonas Construction Software strongly preferred – but not required
• Extreme attention to detail & ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment is necessary
• Able to work with minimal supervision, make prompt & decisive decisions
• Professional, ethical & a team player willing to grow with the company
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Attention to detail and organization

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, & Outlook

• *** REWARDING YOUR PERFORMANCE ***
• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Company paid vacation and holidays
• Company health care, vision, & dental benefits
• 401k plan with Company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Education and training provided with monetary incentives available for education courses completed
• Eligible for performance and company-based bonuses

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits

401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Work Location: In person