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Field Office & Workforce Coordinator
About Austin Industrial
Austin Industrial is currently seeking an experienced Field Office & Workforce Coordinator to support projects in the Orange, TX area. We are looking for a highly organized professional who enjoys supporting employees, coordinating onboarding activities, and assisting project teams with workforce and administrative functions.
Position Summary
The Field Office & Workforce Coordinator supports project operations through employee onboarding, personnel administration, payroll coordination, workforce reporting, and field office management. This position serves as a key resource for employees and project leadership by helping ensure personnel are onboarded, supported, and ready to work while maintaining efficient office operations.
Essential Responsibilities
- Coordinate employee onboarding, orientations, transfers, and workforce mobilization activities.
- Support pre-employment requirements, including drug testing, physicals, certifications, and site-specific credentials.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for employee questions regarding onboarding, payroll, benefits, and personnel processes.
- Provide administrative and workforce support to local and remote project locations.
- Coordinate payroll documentation and assist with timekeeping processes.
- Maintain personnel files, workforce reports, and project documentation.
- Support staffing efforts, workforce tracking, and employee record management.
- Assist with invoice processing, job cost documentation, owner billings, and project reporting.
- Maintain project filing systems and general office operations.
- Support safety, compliance, and project closeout activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- 3 years of experience in workforce administration, onboarding, office administration, payroll support, human resources support, or project administration.
- Experience supporting employees in an industrial construction, maintenance, manufacturing, or similar environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
Preferred:
- Experience supporting craft workforce onboarding and personnel administration.
- Knowledge of payroll systems and project accounting processes.
- Experience supporting multiple project locations or remote field operations.
Benefits & Compensation
We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, along with a matching 401(k) plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP).