HR & Payroll Coordinator

ABOUT US

American Reclamation: Built on Recycling. Driven by Sustainability.

At American Reclamation, our story begins with recycling. It's not just part of our history—it’s the foundation of how we operate. As our customers' needs evolved, so did we, expanding into comprehensive waste services to become a true one-stop solution.

From collection and hauling to sorting and diversion, we continue to approach every material with a recycling-first mindset. Whether it’s commercial waste, construction debris, or organic materials, our goal is the same: reduce landfill use, recover valuable resources, and promote a cleaner, more sustainable future.

We’re not just managing waste—we’re rethinking it.

American Reclamation, Inc. is a privately held, family-owned company with over 39 years of experience as a full-service recycling and waste hauling provider. Headquartered in Los Angeles, we proudly serve more than 4,000 residential, multifamily, commercial, and government agency customers across Los Angeles County.

Our mission is rooted in sustainability, safety, and service. We divert more than 180,000 tons of material from landfills each year—the environmental impact of saving over 1.3 million trees. From curbside collection to roll-off hauling, from construction debris to organic recycling, we offer a complete range of waste management solutions.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for talented individuals who share our commitment to environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and community impact.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Full-Time, Hourly

We are seeking an HR & Payroll Coordinator to support our people operations in a growing, mission-driven organization of approximately 50 employees. This role is well-suited for someone early in their HR or payroll career who is eager to learn, build skills, and grow into increased responsibility over time.

The position is responsible for processing weekly, hourly-heavy payroll, which currently requires less than two days per week. To ensure a full and engaging workload, this role will also serve as a Customer Service Representative/Receptionist Wednesday through Friday, handling front-office and customer-facing responsibilities. As the company continues to grow, this position is expected to transition toward a greater focus on HR and payroll functions.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, approachable, and comfortable working in a small-company environment where collaboration and flexibility are valued.

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES

HR & Payroll

• Process weekly payroll accurately and on time for a primarily hourly workforce.
• Maintain employee records, timekeeping data, and payroll documentation.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding, including new hire paperwork, system access, and coordination with management.
• Support benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, and employee questions.
• Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, benefits, timekeeping, and basic HR policies.
• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.
• Assist with maintaining and improving HR processes and documentation as the company grows.

Customer Service / Reception (Wednesday – Friday)

• Serve as the primary front-desk and phone contact for employees, customers, vendors, and visitors.
• Answer and route incoming calls and emails in a professional and courteous manner.
• Assist employees with basic questions or direct them to the appropriate department.
• Provide general administrative support as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluency in Spanish and English (verbal and written).
• Interest in building a career in Human Resources and Payroll.
• Some prior exposure to HR, payroll, or administrative work.
• Comfortable managing weekly payroll cycles with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work with payroll/HR systems and basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Professional and approachable communication style.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and take on increasing responsibility over time.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience in HR, payroll, or people operations.
• Experience using Rippling’s Payroll or HR platform.
• SHRM certification (SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP), or interest in pursuing certification in the future.
• Experience supporting an hourly workforce.
• Experience in waste management, transportation, logistics, or a similar operational environment.

Compensation

• The wage range for this position is $21.00 - $26.00 Hourly, commensurate with experience.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Long-term stability and growth opportunities
• A chance to contribute to environmental sustainability and make an impact in the Los Angeles community

EEO STATEMENT

American Reclamation, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.