About GSI 

We move fast, support each other fiercely, and are proud of the hard, meaningful work we do. At GSI, we are building the future of geotechnical engineering with teams that embody extreme ownership, strategic execution, and mission-driven excellence. Our People & Talent team is the heartbeat of our company culture - the foundation on which exceptional teams are built. 

Why This Role Matters 

Onboarding is our new hire’s first impression of our company as a new hire. It sets the tone for retention, culture integration, and long-term performance. As our Onboarding Coordinator, you will own this experience - turning new hires into mission-aligned contributors who hit the ground running. This is your launchpad into an HR career with real impact. 

What You Will Do 

• Manage the pre-boarding process, ensuring zero gaps and a frictionless process for new hire classes that range from a few people up to 25 in any given week. 

• Leverage core onboarding and HR technologies like Greenhouse, HireRight, and LMS systems. 

• Interact with candidates to help them understand the process and complete their required tasks.  

• Be the first line of support in our Onboarding inbox - route questions, find answers fast, and get to the next task.  

• Partner effectively with stakeholders and partners in Talent Acquisition, HR, supply chain, payroll, IT and other critical areas of the business.  

• Interact regularly with our high-volume construction leadership for front-line hires, keeping them abreast of progress for their new hires and engaging their help to move candidates along. 

• Maintain clean, accurate new hire records and data systems - you are the master of the details that flow downstream to your other partners, and your work impacts everyone if done incorrectly. 

• Support strategic onboarding change initiatives that strengthen team cohesion and embed culture from the start.  

• Deliver weekly orientation classes, partnering with IT, L&D, travel and other critical partners to help new hires get connected and start their onboarding journey to ramp up to productivity in their jo

What You Bring to the Team 

Non-negotiable strengths: 

• High intellectual quotient with strong problem-solving ability - you think critically and find solutions to daily challenges.  

• Extreme ownership mentality - you own outcomes, not just activities. You take initiative, follow through, and hold yourself accountable. 

• Results-oriented and adaptable - you thrive in a fast-moving environment and adjust your approach based on what the data tells you. 

• Operational excellence - passion for organization, process, and accuracy. Attention to detail is your competitive advantage. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence navigating digital systems. 

• Discretion, professionalism, and genuine people skills - you treat confidential information with care and build trust quickly. 

Experience & Education: 

• Associate or Bachelor degree in HR, Business, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience) 

• 0-4 years of experience in a support/admin role (HR experience is a plus but not required - we value potential) 

Bonus Points For: 

• Experience in Talent Acquisition or onboarding 
• Experience utilizing HireRight & Greenhouse Onboarding

• Experience handling employee data, managing compliance audits, or implementing onboarding best practices 

• Experience working with hourly unskilled and skilled-trades workers 

• Knowledge of benefits administration, compliance frameworks, or ATS/HRIS systems 

• Track record of driving process improvements that save time and reduce errors 

Why You Will Love It Here 

This is not a job - it is a career launchpad. You will work alongside exceptional people who value intellectual rigor, ownership, and results. You will see the direct impact of your work on company culture and retention. You will have a clear runway to grow (P&T Generalist, Recruiter, or other pathways) as you demonstrate impact and readiness. 

We invest heavily in our people. You will get mentorship from our leadership team, exposure to strategic HR initiatives, professional development support, and a genuine commitment to your growth trajectory. 

Ready to Make an Impact? 

We are looking for someone who sees this role as the beginning of something bigger. If you are driven, detail-oriented, and genuinely excited about building great teams, we want to meet you.