Human Resources Generalist

Kraun Electric has over 25 years of experience in the electrical industry and offers residential, commercial, and industrial services. Kraun Electric proudly serves Hamilton, Niagara, St. Catharine’s, Burlington, Kitchener-Waterloo, and beyond. The Kraun experience means we provide the best electricians, the best service, and the best results for our customers. We're proud of the culture of our company. We're serious when we talk about how great our employees are. They are the best of the best. We recognize the potential in all of us, and we work hard to pursue it. If you're great at what you do and looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we want to hear from you. To learn more about our company and explore our portfolio of projects, please visit our website at We are currently seeking an experienced, versatile human resources professional to join our team as an HR Generalist, working closely with the CHRO in all functional HR areas. The position will be full-time, 5 days a week in the office; due to the nature of our work and our team, remote work is not possible at this time. We offer a very competitive compensation package, which includes:

• Extended group benefits
• Educational or professional development support
• Retirement Savings Program with employer contributions
• Regular Company events and perks
• Employee Assistance Program

Human Resources Generalist Key Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains Company policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance.
• Acts as the first point of contact for employee and manager questions regarding human resources challenges. Addresses all inquiries in a timely manner and escalates to CHRO when required.
• In collaboration with the CHRO, advises on disciplinary matters, termination packages, drafts termination letters, and assists the Leadership team with termination meetings.
• Responsible for full cycle recruitment, including posting job ads, screening resumes, conducting pre-screen phone calls and interviews, and completing reference checks.
• Provides ongoing support and coaching to hiring managers on recruitment processes, standards, and industry best practices. Develops new processes and supporting materials.
• Responsible for overseeing the apprenticeship and student employment programs in collaboration with the CHRO.
• Develops, maintains, and facilitates the Company orientation & onboarding program. Works closely with the leadership team to develop specific onboarding initiatives.
• Manages employee files, training records, and all relevant documentation through the BambooHR HRIS system. Organizes and facilitates company training programs as required. Maintains training records and updates programs as required.
• Manages the annual performance review process, ensuring employees and managers are supported throughout.
• Responsible for benefits administration, including HRIS and portal updates, addressing and resolving employee concerns, generates reports as required, and assist in dealing with brokers as necessary.
• Assists in organizing and executing company events, including social activities and milestone recognition programs.

Key Qualifications and Skills Required

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) designation is considered an asset.
• A minimum of 5 years of human resources experience at the generalist level.
• Must be able to travel to Kraun worksites as required to provide on-site HR support.
• Must have a comprehensive working knowledge of all employment legislation in Ontario.
• Must demonstrate an alignment with Kraun’s SPARK core values.
• Must have proven success in key HR areas such as employee relations, recruitment & selection, and orientation & onboarding.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and emotional intelligence. Empathy, approachability, and reliability are the key to success.
• Must be resilient; not easily discouraged and able to maintain composure and focus when the pressure is on.
• Must be a collaborative, supportive team player with an unrelenting desire to join a dedicated team.

Applications must be sent by email to hireright@hrpar.ca. We kindly ask that applications are not submitted directly to the Company. We thank you for your interest in our position! Only those applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidate’s request. Please note that your application and any related materials you provide may be processed, stored, reviewed, or otherwise used by systems in our recruitment selection process that may interact with AI tools. This includes any AI integrated functions that may be utilized by the job board through which you applied to our position.