HR Business Partner

Overview and Essential Functions Human Resources Business Partner - West Coast Region Join us! This is an exciting opportunity to join the Human Resources team of UtiliQuest, LLC as a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP).

UtiliQuest has been a leading provider of quality underground utility damage prevention for over three decades. With headquarters located in Alpharetta, Georgia just north of Atlanta, we have offices located in states including California, Indiana, Ohio, Arkansas and the Eastern US from Florida to New York with over 2,600 employees.

Founded in 1998, UtiliQuest is a subsidiary of Dycom Industries, a leading provider of specialty contracting services to the telecommunications and infrastructure industry.

UtiliQuest locates underground utility lines and offers value-added services to major utility and telecommunication companies across the United States.

We’ve been named an industry leader; recognized for our prompt, accurate, and high-quality locating services. Our responsibility is not merely to meet, but to exceed our customer’s expectations for quality, professionalism, and value.

UtiliQuest has a strong reputation for quality underground utility damage prevention. A big part of our success can be credited to the quality people we work so diligently to hire, train, and support.

UtiliQuest strives to be an employer of choice by creating an environment where teamwork and individual accomplishments are recognized and rewarded.

Meet the team UtiliQuest is seeking a dynamic field human resources professional to partner with field operations Directors, Managers, and Supervisors in our offices in the West Coast Region.

The Human Resources Business Partner reports directly to the Regional Manager, Human Resources and plays a critical role in supporting teams and employees, throughout the West Coast Region.

In this role, you must be highly organized with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, while supporting clients and managing your time efficiently.

The successful candidate must have strong influencing skills and be willing to roll-up their sleeves and do a deep dive into field operations in a construction environment to shape and drive cultural change.

Our HR team plays a critical role in supporting employees, company wide. As a result, we hold ourselves to high standards and expectations.

It is key that you are a self-motivated professional with strong work ethic, organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well in a collaborative environment.

The successful candidate for the HRBP position will have demonstrated success in partnering with field operations management teams and solid work experience in managing all aspects of : Staffing and Retention- high volume recruitment for our technician roles Investigating and responding to employee relations concerns Performance management Compensation and benefit programs Employee engagement Federal and Multi-State Legal Compliance The day to day Primary duties may include, but are not limited to : Serves as point of contact for employees on HR related matters.

Monitors daily leave management (FMLA, Worker’s Comp, Personal, Reasonable Accommodation) Supports Hiring Managers with identifying key areas for postings and hiring needs Draft and post job listings in the Applicant Tracking System and various recruitment platforms Attend job fairs to recruit talent in person and partner with local community organizations Utilizes applicant tracking system to maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment and applicant files and proper disposition of candidates Screens candidates by phone to determine qualifications for the position and assists managers with any needed interview assistance to help in the selection of candidates Coordinates with various Center Administrative Assistants and monitors pre-hire diligence, including background checks and drug screen status.

Communicate with applicants throughout the hiring process and communicate with the onboarding team Professional presence, polished written and verbal communication skills, and proven ability to effectively collaborate with all levels of employees.

Highly organized, efficient, and goal oriented. Skillfully investigates employee relations concerns and maintains confidentiality in all matters Identifies employee strengths, mentors and advises supervisors, managers, and directors in the organization to maximize business results.

Ability to operate with a high degree of integrity and commitment to treat people reasonably and with respect is essential.

Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization; sound decision-making and problem solving skills Knowledge of state and federal employment law Qualifications What do you need ?

Required skills for success : Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Human Resource Management or business-related discipline.

1-3 years of exempt level HR experience in a multi-state, multi-unit environment with a significant non-exempt employee population.

Strong preference for those with experience in managing a population of off-site employees. PHR, or SHRM-CP certification preferred.

Valid driver’s license, including a MVR record deemed acceptable by the company. Working knowledge with ERISA, ADEA, COBRA, and other federal and state regulations governing employee benefits and employment Experience working in HRIS Systems (UKG, iCIMS, SAP a plus) Professional leadership presence, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and proven ability to effectively collaborate with all levels of employees Highly organized, efficient, goal oriented, and attention to detail Ability to work in various environments (Office, Travel, and Remote Work) Stand, walk, and sit for extended period of time Regional or local travel (car, air, and train.

Travel for this position is expected to be between 25-50%. Lift up to 15 lbs; carry work materials, equipment, and luggage while traveling.

High degree of integrity, and commitment to treat people reasonably and with respect Demonstrated ability to understand key customer’s business units, help business units meet goals, and become a trusted business partner.

Transferrable Skills; Human Resources, Recruiter, People Operations, Generalist, Staffing Benefits and Company Summary What we offer Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans Flexible Spending Accounts Short and Long Term Disability Supplemental Life and AD&D 401(k) Retirement Savings w / Company Match Stock Purchase Plan Company Discounts Legal Insurance Paid Time Off and Holidays