HR Admin

Location: Midland, Texas

Shift: Days

Reports to: Area Manager

Employment Type: Full-time

Application Dateline: 10/01/2026

At 1888 Industrial Services, we envision a world where every family thrives in a clean and safe environment, and that is why our mission is to shape the future by creating sustainable, tailor-made solutions for different industries, especially for Oil and Gas; as a result, we look to enhance performance, maximize shareholder value, and minimize environmental impact.

We provide a fully integrated suite of engineering, fabrication, installation, maintenance, and transportation services. And we look for people who are constantly looking to improve themselves and are in alignment with our core values:

Creative Evolution:

We believe we can create more positive, cleaner, and safer solutions for industries.

Passion for Excellence:

Through innovation and diverse knowledge, we consistently look for better and more reliable ways to be sustainable.

Like Family, We Care for All:

Caring for everyone is what makes all the difference. We support and help each other, working as a team with open communication.

Moved by Honor:

We take accountability in our work, act with transparency and respect, and believe in always doing the right thing.

Position Summary:

The HR Administrator provides day-to-day administrative support for Human Resources operations in the Permian Basin and serves as an onsite resource for employees, candidates, supervisors, and the corporate HR team. The position supports recruiting, onboarding, employee records, benefits administration, HR systems, and routine employee needs while ensuring information is accurate, timely, and appropriately escalated when additional HR review is required.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Employee Support

• Serve as a first point of contact for routine employee questions and HR forms
• Provide guidance on established PTO and sick-time processes
• Assist employees with routine benefit card and system access questions
• Route matters requiring HR judgment, policy interpretation, or additional review to the appropriate HR team member

Recruiting

• Post and maintain approved job openings
• Communicate with applicants throughout the recruiting process
• Coordinate interviews and scheduling with candidates and hiring managers
• Maintain recruiting documentation and candidate records
• Maintain accurate candidate status information within recruiting systems and trackers
• Support hiring logistics in coordination with the HR team and hiring managers

Pre-employment & Onboarding

• Coordinate approved offer and pre-employment activities
• Coordinate background checks and drug-screening steps in accordance with established processes
• Support completion of I-9 and E-Verify requirements
• Coordinate new-hire orientation scheduling and logistics
• Collect and maintain required new-hire paperwork and documentation

Records & HRIS

• Complete routine HR system data entry and updates in accordance with established processes
• Maintain organized and accurate employee files
• Track required HR documents and follow up on outstanding items
• Distribute and track employee policy and document acknowledgments
• Process approved personnel changes and maintain supporting documentation
• Support routine audits of employee records for completeness and accuracy

Benefits/Leave Administration Support

• Assist employees with routine benefits enrollment and access questions
• Provide employees with standard benefits and leave forms and information
• Collect and track required benefits and leave documentation
• Route leave matters requiring review, interpretation, or case management to the appropriate HR team member

HR Operations

• Maintain HR reports, trackers, and administrative logs
• Support distribution of employee communications and HR notices
• Coordinate training schedules, materials, and logistics as requested
• Distribute HR documents and maintain appropriate tracking
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team as needed

Regional Coordination

• Coordinate with corporate HR to maintain consistent HR processes across company locations
• Communicate regional needs, issues, and process gaps to the appropriate HR team member
• Support implementation of company-wide HR policies, procedures, and initiatives in the Permian Basin
• Assist with communication and coordination between employees, supervisors, HR, Payroll, Safety, and other support functions

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual English/Spanish (required)
• 1–2 years of administrative, customer service, office, or HR support experience preferred
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and learning HR systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow established processes
• Strong customer-service mindset
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees and leaders across different locations
• Previous HR experience preferred, but not required

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Frequently operates a computer and other standard office equipment.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working in an office environment.
• Frequently communicates with employees, candidates, supervisors, and other team members in person, by phone, and electronically.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift or carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Work is primarily performed in an office environment; occasional travel to other company locations, project sites, fabrication facilities, or customer locations may be required.
• Site visits may require walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs, wearing required PPE, and exposure to outdoor weather, industrial environments, noise, moving equipment, or construction activities.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Overtime: Eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per week, as needed

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance including options for dependents
• Additional voluntary coverage options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Family and Medical Leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Weekly accrued paid time off (PTO), sick time and paid holidays

Company Paid:

• 8 Holidays*
• $25,000 Life Insurance and AD&D
• Referral Program

1888 Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.