Human Resource Assistant (ELO) - Heritage Environmental Services

Exciting Opportunity to Join Our Legacy of Environmental Leadership!

Location: Headquartered in Indianapolis, with 2,000+ employees nationwide

About Us: At Heritage Environmental Services, we are more than just a company; we are pioneers in industrial waste management, committed to creating a cleaner, safer world. Since our inception during the environmental movement of the 1970s, we've been at the forefront of solving complex environmental challenges. With a dedicated team spread across the United States, we provide innovative and compliant solutions to thousands of clients in diverse industries.

Why Heritage?

Impactful Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference. Our comprehensive services range from hazardous waste management and emergency response to onsite support and technical solutions, allow us to solve our customers waste challenges. We are part of the solution. We don't generate any waste ourselves.

Growth Opportunities: At Heritage, your contribution is valued beyond your job title. We believe in the power of continuous learning and growth, encouraging every employee to expand their skills and take on new challenges.

Safety First: Your health and safety are our top priorities. We foster a culture where every employee is empowered to act safely and ensure the well-being of their colleagues. Our mantra is Safe and Compliant, or Not at All.

Collaborative Environment: Together we can achieve much more. Join a supportive and dynamic team where your ideas and efforts are recognized and rewarded.

Our Commitment: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace where every employee can thrive. As part of our team, you will have the freedom to contribute your expertise wherever needed, ensuring the success of our mission to protect the environment.

Our Ambition: Leading the Way in Hazardous Waste Management Our goal is to become the fastest-growing and most profitable hazardous waste platform, powered by industry-leading, end-to-end capabilities. We aim to be the top choice for our customers, driven by a high-performing team that thrives on solving challenges, continuous learning, and growth.

Exciting News: Heritage Environmental Services is now backed by the EQT Infrastructure VI fund, enhancing our capabilities, and expanding our reach. EQT is a dynamic global investment powerhouse managing EUR 232 billion in assets (EUR 128 billion fee-generating). With a focus on Private Capital and Real Assets, EQT owns and supports leading companies across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas, fostering sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. This exciting ownership positions us for even greater impact and growth in the future.

Human Resource Assistant (ELO)

The Human Resource Assistant is responsible to maintain and support various Human Resource functions and activities. These functions are conducted in a confidential, accurate and customer focused fashion and include but not limited to: processing various HR transactions, Talent Acquisition & onboarding support, HR policy support; generation, completion, and submission of various reports, and administrative duties. Additionally, this role is responsible for supporting and providing a positive experience for new and current employees at all levels.

***This position is on a six (6) month, fixed-term basis and is based in East Liverpool, Ohio. This will be considered a full-time, benefits-eligible position for that period***

Essential Functions & Requirements:

• Ensures Health & Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and self-motivation
• Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this job.
• Responsible for reviewing timecards and documenting changes / corrections.
• Assist and resolve employee questions in regard to company policies and procedures.
• Provide professional and timely customer service to employees of all levels by providing information and responding to questions in a timely and accurate manner
• Assist with onboarding activities for all new hires to ensure complete and accurate information is collected and entered into HR systems and to ensure a positive experience for all candidates.
• Provide professional and timely administrative support to the Director of Human Resources and other Heritage HR Teams as needed.
• Ensure employee files are accurate, complete and maintained within specified timeframes for document/record retention purposes.
• Assists with FMLA and other leaves, as well as required reporting - Affirmative Action, Vets Report, EEO, etc.
• Coordinate employee appreciation and informational events.
• Performs all activities with discretion and maintains the confidentiality of all information
• Perform ad hoc requests and assist with special projects and other tasks or initiatives as needed.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent. (required)

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years Human Resources related experience. (required)

Benefits, Compensation, & Workforce Diversity: Heritage offers competitive pay and bonus incentives. Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with company match, and tuition reimbursement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

A post-offer drug screen will be required.