Timekeeper
Company: McDermott
Role summary
Timekeeper is a full-time role at McDermott in Sabine Pass, Texas, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-21. Experience level: 2-5. No degree required.
- Job title
- Timekeeper
- Company
- McDermott
- Location
- Sabine Pass, Texas, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Logistics & Warehousing
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-10-21
You’ll enjoy a stable environment at McDermott where you can build a solid career without needing a college degree. It’s a great opportunity to gain professional experience while sharpening your problem-solving and communication skills in a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere.
Job description
Job Overview:
The Timekeeper applies their conceptual knowledge of Timekeeping and with a moderate level of guidance and direction from colleagues and leadership, is responsible for solving a range of straightforward Timekeeping problems and customer relation issues. They will be responsible for analyzing workable solutions using standard procedures, as well as building knowledge of the company, processes, and customers. The Timekeeper understands key business drivers and applies this knowledge to solve problems in straightforward situations through analysis of workable solutions using technical experience, judgment, and precedents. The Timekeeper will be responsible for maintaining proper communication and documentation between the project team and field while ensuring the craft population is paid accurately and on time. The role will be supporting a project in the Port Arthur area specifically Sabine Pass and must be bilingual in Spanish.
Responsibilities
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
Utilize timekeeping software (Timeworks) to accurately record and maintain employee time and attendance data
Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements in all timekeeping activities
Work with the HR team to maintain a database of the personnel’s personal information to ensure accurate payroll activities and records
Conduct regularly scheduled audits of payroll records to ensure continued accuracy
Prepare and review paychecks to ensure that employees are paid on time and in the correct amount
Verify and validate employee timesheets using our electronic timekeeping system (ETS)
Assist in analyzing timekeeping data to identify trends, patterns, and discrepancies
Support in the preparation and distribution of payroll reports and summaries
Responsible for assisting in rate change or retro transfers
Works with transactional groups (e.g., HR, Project Supervisors, Project Management, Accounts Payable and Receivables and Client billings) to assist in common problems within the project structure or systems that may have room for process improvements
Maintain confidentiality of employee information and adhere to data protection policies
Participate in audits and investigations related to timekeeping and payroll as needed
Stay informed about changes in timekeeping regulations and best practices
Assist in the implementation and testing of timekeeping software upgrades or enhancements, as needed
Sort, scan and file timesheets, and receivers for multiple projects daily
Verify, reconcile, code, and approve entries
Compile backup files of all transactions to prepare for billing packages
This position performs a variety of other tasks associated with document management and timekeeping activities and works closely and professionally with peers, technical leads, supervisor, and customers
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications and Education:
3+ years of timekeeping experience, preferably in an oil and gas project environment
Minimum high school diploma or equivalent, bachelor’s degree in a relevant area of study preferred
Strong administrative skills and proficiency in mathematical computations, data entry and filing
Must be able to create, formulate, and manipulate spreadsheets in Excel
Good proficiency in Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
The individual understands professional timekeeping principles, concepts, and terminology, some working knowledge of electronic timekeeping systems, and payroll-related principles, concepts and terminology as basic accounting and craft payroll work processes.
A positive “I’ll do anything to help out” attitude and willingness to learn and catch-on quickly
An adaptive learner with strong organization skills, a high degree of accuracy and diligence while working in a demanding environment with critical deadlines
Possess effective communication skills (written/verbal) with an ability to interface with diverse levels of personnel and bi-lingual employees
Ability to take direction, prioritize, multi-task, and work under time constraints
Willingness to collaborate and share ideas with team to increase efficiency
Ability to work in a team environment and follow instructions from supervisors
Interest in learning about labor laws, regulations, and compliance requirements related to timekeeping and Payroll
Ability to train others in use of software applications used for document management and timekeeping activities
Willingness to adapt to modern technologies and processes
Ability to sit for extended periods of time while performing data entry and computer-based tasks
Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds when necessary (e.g., files, boxes, or records)
Ability to work overtime as required, including weekends or extended hours during peak periods, audits, or project deadlines
Additional job duties as required
Ability to sit for extended periods of time while performing data entry and computer-based tasks
Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds when necessary (e.g., files, boxes, or records)
Ability to work overtime as required, including weekends or extended hours during peak periods, audits, or project deadlines
Preferred Qualifications and Education:
Bilingual in Spanish/English
Customer relations experience and dealing with troubleshooting and paperless pay issues over the phone with employees
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