Goodfellow Bros. ยท 4 hours ago
HR Specialist (Talent Acquisition)
Livermore, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$62K/yr - $72K/yr
3+ years expGoodfellow Bros. (GBI) is a large heavy-civil contractor with over 100 years of industry experience. They are seeking an HR Specialist (Talent Acquisition) to support full-cycle hiring, campus recruiting, and Learning & Development activities while ensuring a positive experience for candidates and employees.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the first point of contact for candidates, providing timely, professional communication throughout the hiring process
Draft and manage job postings that attract top industry-specific talent, including heavy civil construction, corporate, engineering, and safety roles
Post and update job listings across internal and external platforms, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Coordinate interviews, track candidate progress, and ensure hiring managers are prepared for each stage of the process
Screen resumes for open roles and route qualified candidates to the Talent Acquisition Manager or hiring managers
Maintain a clean and accurate Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring candidate records and recruiting data are organized and up to date
Assist with tracking recruiting metrics and maintaining data accuracy across systems
Use AI-powered tools to streamline administrative tasks and support efficient recruiting processes
Support sourcing efforts, outreach, and pipeline-building for various roles across the organization
Coordinate logistics for career fairs, information sessions, and on-campus interviews at priority schools
Assist in screening and evaluating internship and entry-level candidates, ensuring timely and professional communication
Track intern program participants, collect feedback, and support end-of-program evaluations and wrap-up documentation
Build and maintain strong relationships with campus partners, student groups, and university career centers
Provide administrative and project support to the HR team based on priorities and available bandwidth, ensuring smooth operations
Assist with Learning & Development initiatives, including training logistics, scheduling, attendance tracking, and maintaining Learning Management System (LMS) training records
Prepare documentation, communication materials, and resources for employee training, compliance programs, and HR initiatives
Support company-wide HR projects such as policy updates, employee engagement efforts, and process improvement initiatives
Maintain strict confidentiality while assisting with employee files, documentation, and ensuring data accuracy across HR systems
Use HR systems such as the ATS, VistaWeb, and other HR platforms to accurately enter data, process information, and complete requested inquiries
Maintain a working knowledge of HR employment regulations, laws, and best practices for the regions we support
Work effectively in a matrix environment, supporting both corporate Talent Acquisition and regional operations
Collaborate closely with HR team members and employees across various departments to achieve shared objectives
Perform additional duties as needed to support the HR and Talent Acquisition teams
Qualification
Required
Candidates must have the legal right to work in the US without employer sponsorship
3+ Years in Talent Acquisition with progressive experience in an organization with greater than 500 employees
Extensive experience with Microsoft Office
Experience with ATS software
Knowledge of best practices and relevant employment law
Bachelor's degree in HR or equivalent
Benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As a partially employee-owned company, GBI offers eligible employees the opportunity to build long-term wealth through shared ownership.
401(k) + Profit Sharing: Immediate eligibility with generous annual employer contributions that go beyond traditional match programs.
Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $700 per year for participating in healthy lifestyle activities.
Employee Referral Bonuses: Help grow our team and receive bonuses for successful referrals.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Low-cost plan options, including Premera HSA (WA, OR, CA), Kaiser HMO (OR, CA, HI), and HMSA (HI). Preventive care is covered at 100%.
Paid Time Off: Up to 26 days of vacation, 9 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
Parental & Family Leave: One paid bonding week, with additional unpaid leave available.
Disability & Life Insurance: Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, plus life insurance coverage up to 1.5x your annual salary.
Training & Career Growth: Access to leadership development programs, mentorship, and career advancement support.
Perks & Community Programs: Charitable contribution matching, paid volunteer time, and retail discounts.
Company
Goodfellow Bros.
We are a fourth-generation, family-owned heavy-civil construction company.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chad Goodfellow
Chief Executive Officer
Simon Poole
Chief Financial Officer
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