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HR/Payroll Administrator

Transdev
El Cajon, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 3/28/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR/Payroll Administrator position at Transdev?

Human Resources/Payroll Administrator

Transdev in San Diego- El Cajon & Chula Vista is hiring a Human Resources/Payroll Administrator.

Working under the guidance of the Human Resources Manager, responsible for all aspects of the daily payroll function. This position is responsible for the completion of new employee profiles, payroll, benefits enrollments, and other clerical HR functions.

This position is based in Chula Vista & El Cajon CA in supporting the MTS Contract.  

 

Transdev is proud to offer:

 

  • Competitive compensation package- $28.00-$32.00 per hour

 

Benefits include:

  • Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
  • Sick days: 7 days
  • Holidays: 7 standard
  • Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard San Diego Policy 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Compiles and transmits payroll to ADP (such as hours worked, insurance, and union dues to be withheld, and employee identification number, from time sheets and other records) and enters data or computes and posts wages, and reconciles errors, to maintain payroll records
  • Prepares, verifies, and processes invoices and coding payment documents; prepares batches of invoices for data entry; corrects errors.
  • Responsible for the A/P function, including processing of invoices for payment in a timely manner. 
  • Maintains a wide variety of payroll information (e.g. direct deposits, pre-notes, W-4s, leave balances, salary, levies, garnishments, voluntary and involuntary contributions, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines
  • Responds to employee questions regarding all types of payroll questions, including paid-time analysis, PTO/Vacation/Sick balances and payouts, and pay increase issues (per CBA). 
  • Accurately track attendance for staff-non union employees.
  • Manages Transdev San Diego’s leave program (s) for represented and non-represented employees. This includes administering and processing leave requests and return to work protocols consistently and in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, state and federal laws.
  • Responds to employee questions or concerns regarding leave issues.
  • Identifies and advises management of trends, problems, and issues as well as recommended course of action; informs management of new procedures and ideas for continuous process improvement.
  • Assists with the employee life cycle process to include application, pre-interview investigation and screening, hiring, new employee setup, payroll, leave of absence, and resignation/termination processing.
  • Maintains all active and term personnel files, medical files I-9 files, etc.
  • Responds to all unemployment claim filings via unemployment insurance consulting firm.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent, such as GED, required
  • Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
  • Two (2) years relevant human resources experience, preferred
  • Two (2) years of relevant payroll experience, including ADP/VDS experience, preferred 
  • Ability to accurately operate a 10 key calculator by touch
  • Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Access
  • Ability to read, understand, and interpret instructions, policies, and procedures
  • Requires the ability to work amid constant interruptions and the ability to prioritize and deal with time pressures
  • Bilingual English and Spanish- preferred
  • Travel requirement (50%): Commute between Chula Vista and El Cajon office as needed

Pre-Employment Requirements: 

  • Must submit to drug testing, and a criminal background check

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
  • 100% of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well ventilated facilities
  • Work is accomplished in an office or in a cubicle space equipped with a telephone and computer.
  • The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.

 

 

 

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. 

 

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ 

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.  Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status. 

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us.HR.TalentAcquisition@transdev.com

 

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

  • Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
  • Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

California applicants:  Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

 

Salary : $28 - $32

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