California cleaner employment contract template

California Cleaner Employment Contract

This California Cleaner Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of [Date of Signing] by and between [Employer Name], located at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

1. Position and Job Description

Option A: Position – Cleaner/Janitorial Worker

Option B: Position – [Specific Title, e.g., Lead Cleaner]

Detailed Job Description: The Employee shall perform cleaning services at [Work Location(s)], including but not limited to:

• Dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
• Restroom sanitation and trash removal.
• Disinfection procedures.
• Window and floor cleaning.
• Light fixture maintenance.
• Cleaning of [Specific equipment or hazardous areas, if applicable].
• [Specialized duties, e.g., green cleaning, COVID-related sanitation].

2. Cleaning Chemicals and Equipment

Option A: The Employee will use cleaning chemicals and equipment as provided by the Employer, following all safety instructions and procedures, including [List of chemicals and equipment].

Option B: The Employee is responsible for providing [List of specific chemicals/equipment], meeting Employer-specified safety standards.

The Employee will participate in California-required safety training, including Cal/OSHA-compliant training, Hazard Communication Standard, PPE requirements, bloodborne pathogen protocols, chemical storage, and equipment operation. The Employee will also attend mandatory health and safety meetings.

3. Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)

Option A: The Employee is required to participate in the Employer’s California Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) and must report all work-related injuries/illnesses promptly.

Option B: The Employee acknowledges receipt of the Employer's IIPP and agrees to adhere to its guidelines.

4. Work Location

Option A: The Employee’s primary work location is [Specific Address].

Option B: The Employee may be required to work at multiple locations, including [List of locations, e.g., client-designated sites], and transportation will be provided/reimbursed as required by California law. Time tracking at each site is mandatory.

5. Employment Status and Schedule

Option A: The Employee is a full-time employee.

Option B: The Employee is a part-time employee.

The Employee’s regular schedule is [Start Time] to [End Time], [Days of the Week]. The Employee is entitled to meal and rest breaks as required by California law, including a [Duration] meal break after [Number] hours of work, and [Number] paid rest breaks of [Duration] each.

6. Compensation

Option A: The Employee’s hourly wage is [Dollar Amount].

Option B: The Employee’s annual salary is [Dollar Amount].

Overtime will be paid at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 8 in a day or 40 in a week, and double time will be paid for hours worked over 12 in a day or over 8 on the 7th consecutive day of work in a workweek, as required by California law. The Employer will provide itemized wage statements with each payment. Mileage/travel time pay between locations will be provided at [Rate], if applicable. Procedures for late/wrongful wage payment include waiting time penalties as mandated in California.

7. Benefits

Option A: The Employee is eligible for the following benefits: health insurance, vision and dental, paid sick leave (including California’s Healthy Workplace Healthy Family Act minimum requirements), paid vacation days, paid holidays, eligibility for California’s state short-term disability and paid family leave benefits, workers’ compensation coverage, and unemployment insurance. [Include details of 401k/CalSavers eligibility if offered.]

Option B: The Employee is not currently eligible for benefits, but eligibility will be reviewed after [Number] months of employment.

8. Uniforms and Equipment

Option A: The Employer will provide uniforms, and the Employer will be responsible for laundering the uniforms.

Option B: The Employee is responsible for providing their own uniforms, meeting Employer-specified standards.

The Employer will provide all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE), cleaning supplies, and tools at no cost to the Employee, as per California law. The Employee is responsible for returning all equipment upon termination of employment.

9. Background Checks and Testing

Option A: The Employee is required to undergo a background check, fingerprinting, TB testing, and/or vaccination, as mandated by [Applicable Law/Regulation].

Option B: No background check or testing is required for this position.

10. Anti-Discrimination and Harassment

The Employer prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, pregnancy, marital status, medical condition, disability, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran status, or any other protected class under California law. The Employee must report any workplace harassment or discrimination immediately.

11. Workplace Injuries and Safety

The Employee must report any workplace injuries, exposure to hazardous chemicals, or unsafe conditions immediately. The Employer will comply with all Cal/OSHA reporting requirements and provide protections for whistleblowers per California Labor Code.

12. Supervision and Performance

The Employee will report directly to [Supervisor Name/Title]. The Employer will provide performance feedback and may implement disciplinary procedures, including warnings and improvement plans.

13. At-Will Employment

This is an at-will employment relationship, meaning that either the Employee or the Employer may terminate the employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to California law. Upon voluntary resignation, the Employee is entitled to immediate payment of final wages. Accrued but unused vacation or paid time off will be paid out upon termination.

14. Outside Employment and Confidentiality

The Employee may not engage in outside employment that conflicts with their duties to the Employer. Non-compete clauses are unlawful in California and are not part of this agreement. The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of client information, building security, cleaning procedures, and proprietary cleaning techniques.

15. Client Interaction and Conduct

The Employee must maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with clients or tenants. Unprofessional or unsafe behavior may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

16. Licensure and Registration

Option A: The Employee must maintain any required licenses or registrations, such as for handling hazardous chemicals or biohazardous waste.

Option B: No specific licensure or registration is required for this position.

17. Employee Handbook and Notices

The Employee acknowledges receipt of the Employer’s employee handbook, which includes important information about workplace policies and procedures. The Employer will post required notices, including the California Wage Theft Prevention Notice, minimum wage poster, and paid sick leave notice.

18. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from this Agreement will be resolved through good-faith negotiation, followed by mediation or binding arbitration in California, if necessary. This Agreement shall be governed by California law.

19. Emergency Response

The Employee must participate in site evacuation drills and follow emergency response protocols for injuries, illnesses, and unexpected exposures (e.g., chemical spills, pathogen outbreaks), in accordance with Cal/OSHA standards.

20. Reimbursement of Expenses

The Employer will reimburse the Employee for all necessary work-related expenses as required by California Labor Code Section 2802, such as work-related travel or mandatory cell phone use for work.

21. Workplace Health Policies

The Employer reserves the right to update workplace health policies related to infectious diseases (e.g., COVID-19) in accordance with California Department of Public Health and/or Cal/OSHA regulations. The Employee must comply with such updates as a condition of employment.

22. Optional Provisions

[Specify any additional provisions specific to the role, e.g., specific cleaning scope (commercial, residential, institutional), schedule variations, site-specific rules, compensation add-ons, benefits.]

The parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

[Employee Name]

Signature:

Date: