Human Resources, Payroll & Talent Administrator

The Human Resources, Payroll & Talent Administrator role at AMS Mechanical Services LLC supports day-to-day HR administration while serving as a primary resource for payroll, benefits, retirement programs, and talent coordination. This position is based onsite in Rocky Mount, NC and plays a central part in maintaining compliance with employment laws and internal HR processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Review and reconcile employee timesheets.
• Coordinate payroll tax filings, W-2 reporting, garnishments, and payroll deductions.
• Maintain payroll records and assist Accounting with payroll reconciliations.
• Administer health, dental, vision, life, disability, and ancillary benefit programs.
• Complete monthly healthcare invoice reconciliations.
• Manage annual open enrollment and implement employee benefit changes.
• Coordinate COBRA administration and related employee benefit communications.
• Support payroll uploads and employee contribution updates.
• Assist with annual true-up calculations, compliance testing, and audits.
• Respond to employee questions regarding retirement plans.
• Manage onboarding and orientation, including I-9 documentation, personnel files, PTO administration, and handbook updates.
• Coordinate recruiting activities such as job postings, interview scheduling, background checks, and candidate communications.
• Coordinate new employee orientation and the 30/60/90-day onboarding process.
• Maintain job descriptions and compensation records.
• Coordinate the annual performance review process.
• Track OSHA training, licenses, certifications, and continuing education.
• Support workforce planning and succession planning initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field (preferred).
• 3–5+ years of payroll and HR administration experience.
• Experience administering benefits, payroll taxes, and 401(k) plans.
• Construction or service industry experience (preferred).
• Strong proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Tools and Technologies

• Excel
• Word
• Outlook

Compensation and Benefits

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

The role also includes paid holidays, professional development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits.