Alabama cleaner employment contract template

Alabama Cleaner Employment Contract

This Alabama Cleaner Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between:

• [Employer Full Legal Name], a [State] [Entity Type] with its principal place of business at [Employer Mailing Address] ("Employer"), and
• [Cleaner Full Legal Name], residing at [Cleaner Mailing Address] ("Cleaner").

Employer's Telephone: [Employer Telephone Number]

Employer's Email: [Employer Email Address]

Cleaner's Telephone: [Cleaner Telephone Number]

Cleaner's Email: [Cleaner Email Address]

1. Position:

• Option A: The Employer hires the Cleaner as a Full-Time Cleaner.
• Option B: The Employer hires the Cleaner as a Part-Time Cleaner.

2. Job Description:

The Cleaner's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Routine and deep cleaning of designated premises located within the state of Alabama.
• Use of cleaning materials and equipment, including vacuum cleaners, mops, buffers, and industrial detergents.
• Handling, mixing, and storing chemicals according to OSHA and Alabama Department of Public Health regulations.
• Disposal of waste, including biohazard and sharps if applicable, following Alabama regulations.
• Restroom sanitation.
• Floor care, including stripping, waxing, polishing, and carpet cleaning.
• Window washing.
• Dusting.
• Spot cleaning.
• Reporting maintenance or safety hazards observed to management immediately.
• Restocking of cleaning and hygiene supplies.
• Performing special seasonal cleaning tasks as needed.
• Adherence to Alabama Child Protection Act or similar statutes as required, if working in schools or childcare facilities.

3. Work Location:

• Option A: The Cleaner will primarily work at [Specific Address(es) in Alabama].
• Option B: The Cleaner will work at various locations within [City/County, Alabama], as assigned by the Employer.
• Option C: The Cleaner will perform residential cleaning at client homes.

4. Physical Requirements and Safety:

• Lifting and moving objects up to [Weight] pounds.
• Prolonged standing and walking.
• Use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including [List PPE, e.g., gloves, masks, safety glasses].
• Adherence to detailed procedures for safe chemical handling, spill response, and medical waste disposal, as per Alabama law and best practices.
• Compliance with federal OSHA and Alabama Occupational Safety and Health regulations.

5. Reporting:

• Option A: The Cleaner will report directly to [Supervisor Name].
• Option B: The Cleaner will work as part of a team.
• Option C: The Cleaner will work independently.
• Requirement to immediately communicate equipment failures or hazards to management.

6. Employment Type and Hours:

• Full-Time: 40 hours per week.
  • Regular Work Schedule: [Days and Times, e.g., 7am-3pm Monday-Friday].
• Part-Time: [Number] hours per week.
  • Regular Work Schedule: [Days and Times].
• On-call or weekend rotation policy: [Details].
• Alabama meal/rest break requirements: [Specify fixed break times and compliance with Alabama minimum break regulations].
• Policy for recording time worked: [Specify use of timekeeping systems as required by the Alabama Department of Labor].

7. Compensation:

• Option A: Hourly Wage: [Dollar Amount] per hour, paid [Weekly/Biweekly].
• Option B: Salary: [Dollar Amount] per year, paid [Weekly/Biweekly].
• Overtime Pay: Time-and-a-half for hours worked over 40 per week, as per FLSA and Alabama law.
• Payment Method: [Direct Deposit/Check].
• Deadline for wage payments: As per Alabama law.
• Holiday Pay: [Specify Policy].
• Shift Differentials: [Specify Policy].
• Eligibility for performance-based bonuses: [Specify Policy].
• Tips from clients: [Specify reporting procedures for tips as taxable income].

8. Benefits:

• Health Insurance: [Specify if provided and details].
• Dental Insurance: [Specify if provided and details].
• Vision Insurance: [Specify if provided and details].
• Alabama Workers' Compensation Coverage.
• Paid Time Off:
  • Vacation: [Specify policy].
  • Sick Leave: [Specify policy].
  • Personal Leave: [Specify policy].
• Alabama State and Federal Holidays Observed: [List Holidays].
• Unpaid Leave Options: Including FMLA eligibility and Alabama Military Family Leave, if applicable.
• Retirement Plan: [Specify if offered and details].
• Uniforms: [Specify if provided, cleaning and replacement details].
• Reimbursement for work-related travel expenses within Alabama: [Specify policy, if applicable].

9. Compliance and Training:

• Compliance with federal OSHA and Alabama Occupational Safety and Health regulations.
• Right-to-know training for hazardous materials.
• Emergency procedures training.
• Injury/accident reporting channels.
• Participation in ongoing training sessions relevant to cleaner duties, including bloodborne pathogen protocol if applicable.
• Safety audits.

10. Conduct and Confidentiality:

• Compliance with anti-harassment, anti-discrimination, and non-retaliation policies, consistent with Title VII, ADA, and Alabama statutes.
• Respect for client privacy and property.
• Maintaining a professional demeanor in occupied spaces.
• Confidentiality clauses protecting client information, keys or access codes, and any observed sensitive information.
• Limits and protocols for personal item storage, use of mobile phones, eating or drinking in work areas.
• Dress code/uniform standards.

11. Background Checks and Drug Testing:

• Requirement for background checks and/or drug testing: [Specify if required and frequency].
• Compliance with Alabama Child Protection Act or similar statutes as required.
• Consent procedures and potential employment consequences under Alabama law.

12. Equipment:

• Cleaning tools and chemicals provided by the Employer.
• Maintenance, expected care, and reporting of damage/malfunction.
• Prohibition on personal use of Employer-provided equipment.

13. Vehicle Use:

• Option A: Not Applicable.
• Option B: Cleaner must have a valid Alabama driver's license and clean driving record.
• Option C: Insurance protocols.

14. Intellectual Property:

Work product (e.g., cleaning checklists, schedules) belongs to the Employer.

15. At-Will Employment and Termination:

• Employment is at-will, as per Alabama law.
• Voluntary Resignation: [Number] days written notice required.
• Company-Initiated Termination:
  • Notice requirements: [Specify].
  • Immediate dismissal for gross misconduct (e.g., theft, violence).
  • Final paycheck deadlines compliant with Alabama law.
• Exit Obligations: Return of keys, uniforms, equipment, and any employer property.

16. Anti-Discrimination:

Compliance with Alabama and federal anti-discrimination laws, including Title VII, ADA, and ADEA.

17. Disciplinary Policy:

• Progressive steps: Verbal warning, written warning, suspension, termination.
• Appeal process: [Specify].

18. Dispute Resolution:

• Internal grievance process: [Specify].
• Optional mediation: [Specify].
• Arbitration agreements: [Specify].
• Jurisdiction: Appropriate Alabama county.
• Governing Law: Alabama state law.

19. Workers' Compensation:

• Alabama Workers' Compensation notice provided.
• Workplace injury reporting procedures outlined.

20. Occupational Licenses and Certifications:

Requirement to maintain proof of and training for relevant occupational licenses or certifications (e.g., hazardous waste handling).

21. Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation (If Applicable):

• Option A: Not Applicable.
• Option B: Non-compete and non-solicitation requirements in strict accordance with Alabama law.

22. Employee Suggestions and Incident Reporting:

Policy for employee suggestions, incident reporting, and whistleblowing, assuring protection from retaliation as per federal and Alabama-specific statutes.

23. Entire Agreement, Amendment, and Severability:

• This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties.
• Amendment: Only by written agreement signed by both parties.
• Assignment: [Specify if permitted or not].
• Severability: If any provision is held invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect.
• Electronic signature acceptance.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

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[Employer Full Legal Name]

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[Cleaner Full Legal Name]