Build the Future with Us EquipmentShare is Hiring a Senior Benefits Specialist - Leave

At EquipmentShare were not just filling a role were assembling the best team on the planet to build something thats never been built before. Were on a mission to transform an industry thats been stuck in the past by empowering contractors and communities through innovative technology real-time support and a team that truly cares.

Were hiring a Senior Benefits Specialist - Leave for our Corporate HQ in Columbia MO and were looking for someone whos ready to grow with us bring energy and drive to their work and help us build the future of construction.

The Senior Benefits Specialist - Leave is a key member of the benefits team. This person will oversee and administer the leave requests including short term and long term disability military Family Medical Leave (FMLA) state-run company provided leave and unpaid time off. This team member is the organizational subject matter expert on external and internal leave programs and benefits and is the primary point of contact for employees.

Primary Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for leave requests communicating directly with and supporting employees and leaders through the leave process.
• Coordinate and administer all company state and federal leave programs.
• Counsel and guide employees regarding leave of absence options.
• Receive and review leave request and supporting documentation from medical providers
• Determine leave eligibility through consistent equitable and compliant procedures
• Track and send all required internal and external entity notices forms and letters.
• Coordinate return to work with employees and leaders including determination of and administration of reasonable accommodations where applicable.
• Track continuous and intermittent leaves both paid and unpaid in accordance with internal policies; record leave and time tracking in our HR system (Workday).
• Coordinate with Payroll to ensure paychecks are accurately processed for employees on leave.
• Coordinate with Benefits Manager on the benefits impacts of leave; educate employees on these benefits impacts
• Create and update leave of absence materials and guides for employees across the company.
• Maintain accurate confidential and timely electronic leave of absence files.
• Partner with the HR team to determine reasonable accommodations (ADA) requests.

Continuous Improvement and Compliance

• Partner with the Benefits Manager to update company intranet materials related to leave and time off requests.
• Ensure compliance with related state and federal policies and regulations.
• Monitor changes to federal and state leave laws and coordinate with the Payroll and Benefits Manager to implement necessary changes.
• As part of the annual planning process benchmark leave of absence programs within our industry to assess competitiveness.
• Develop and continuously improve internal leave of absence policies and programs.
• Support special projects and benefits-related initiatives as needed.

Why EquipmentShare

Because we do things differently and we think youll feel it from day one. Were a people-first company powered by cutting-edge technology. That means our proprietary T3 platform doesnt just run our business it also makes your job easier safer and more connected. Whether youre behind the wheel under the hood leading a branch or closing deals tech supports you and you drive us forward.

Were a team of problem-solvers go-getters and builders. And were looking for teammates who take pride in doing meaningful work and want to be part of building something special.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Full medical dental and vision coverage for full-time employees
• Generous PTO paid holidays
• 401(k) company match
• Gym membership stipend wellness programs (earn PTO and prizes!)
• Company events food truck nights and monthly team dinners
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year give back to the community you call home
• Career advancement leadership training and professional development opportunities

About You

You want to be part of a team thats not just changing an industry for the sake of change were transforming it to make it safer more secure and more productive. You bring grit heart and humility to your work and youre excited about the opportunity to grow within a fast-paced mission-driven environment.

Were looking for people who:

• See challenges as opportunities
• Embrace change and continuous improvement
• Bring energy effort and optimism every day

Skills & Qualifications

• Demonstrated strong knowledge of multi-state and federal leave of absence programs including FMLA state run paid family and medical leave programs and ADA.
• Strong computer skills with expertise in Google Suite
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Customer service orientation with exceptional interpersonal oral and written communication skills.
• Unwavering commitment to integrity and confidentiality
• Flexible working style and willingness to occasionally modify personal schedule to help meet project deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Education and Experience

• At least 4 years of experience in leave of absence administration.
• Bachelors degree (or equivalent years of related experience) in human resources business administration or related area.
• Experience administering/monitoring leave in Workday a plus
• Experience with leave of absence software AbsenceSoft a plus

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer.

A Workplace For All

At EquipmentShare we believe the best solutions come from a team that reflects the world around us. Our initiative A Workplace For All is rooted in the belief that we must work together to solve some of the toughest problems in construction. That means attracting developing and retaining great people from all walks of life.

We value different backgrounds talents and perspectives. We want you to feel like you belong here because you do.

EquipmentShare is an EOE M/F/D/V.

Employment is contingent on passing a background check. Additionally some roles require passing a drug test depending on the job responsibilities.