Florida maintenance technician employment contract template

Florida Full-Time Maintenance Technician Employment Contract

This Full-Time Maintenance Technician Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of this [Date], by and between [Employer Name], a company organized under the laws of Florida, with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Position and Employment Status

• The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a Maintenance Technician.
• Option A: This is a full-time position.
• Option B: This is a full-time position subject to a [duration, e.g., 90-day] probationary period.
• The Employee acknowledges and agrees that this is an "at-will" employment relationship, as defined under Florida law, meaning that either the Employer or the Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, except as otherwise provided in a collective bargaining agreement or written company policy.

2. Job Duties

• The Employee's primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Performing routine inspections and preventative maintenance on HVAC systems, electrical systems, plumbing systems, and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshooting and repairing malfunctions in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment.
• Maintaining the facility structure, including painting, drywall repair, and carpentry.
• Maintaining safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and sprinkler systems.
• Groundskeeping duties, including lawn maintenance, landscaping, and snow removal (if applicable).
• Compliance with all applicable Florida building codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
• Option A: Specific duties include [Detailed List of Specific Tasks].
• Option B: Will perform additional duties as assigned by the Employer.
• The Employee must maintain detailed and accurate work order documentation.

3. Certifications and Licenses

• Employee represents and warrants that they possess the following valid and current certifications/licenses required to perform the duties of Maintenance Technician in the State of Florida:
• [List of Required Certifications and Licenses, e.g., EPA Section 608, Electrical License]
• Option A: Employee is responsible for maintaining all required certifications and licenses in good standing at their expense.
• Option B: Employer will reimburse Employee for the cost of renewing required certifications and licenses, subject to [Conditions for Reimbursement].

4. Work Location

• The Employee's primary work location will be at [Work Location Address].
• Option A: Employee may be required to work at multiple properties owned or managed by the Employer.
• Option B: Employee may be required to be on-call and respond to emergencies outside of regular business hours.
• If Employee is required to travel between work locations, the Employer will:
• Option A: Reimburse Employee for mileage at the current IRS rate.
• Option B: Provide a company vehicle for Employee's use.
• Option C: Provide a set monthly stipend of [Dollar Amount] to cover travel expenses.

5. Work Schedule

• The Employee's regular work schedule will be [Days of the Week], from [Start Time] to [End Time].
• The Employee will be entitled to a [Duration] unpaid meal break.
• Overtime work may be required from time to time. Overtime will be compensated in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Florida law.
• Option A: Overtime will be paid at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times the Employee's regular hourly rate.
• Option B: Employee will be compensated for overtime with compensatory time off at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) hours for each hour of overtime worked.
• Option C: On-call responsibilities may be assigned on a rotating basis. On-call compensation will be [Description of On-Call Compensation, e.g., $100 per week, $25 per call].

6. Compensation

• The Employee will be compensated at a rate of [Dollar Amount] per [Hour/Year], payable [Weekly/Bi-Weekly/Monthly].
• The Employee’s position is [exempt / non-exempt] from overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
• Option A: The Employee may be eligible for a performance-based bonus, the terms of which will be determined by the Employer in its sole discretion.
• Option B: Employee will receive a [Dollar Amount] tool allowance per [Month/Year].
• Option C: Employee will receive a shift differential of [Dollar Amount or Percentage] for working [Specific Shifts].

7. Employee Benefits

• The Employee will be eligible for the following benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the Employer's benefit plans:
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Workers' compensation insurance as required by Florida law.
• Retirement plan (401(k))
• Paid time off (PTO)
  • The Employee will accrue PTO at a rate of [Number] days per [Month/Year].
  • The employee will accrue sick leave in accordance with Florida law.
• Holidays
  • The Employee will be entitled to [Number] paid holidays per year.
  • The holidays are [List of Holidays].
• The company will comply with all regulations and benefits mandated under Florida law.

8. Uniforms, Tools, and Equipment

• Option A: The Employer will provide the Employee with uniforms, which the Employee will be required to wear during work hours.
• Option B: The Employer will provide the Employee with the necessary tools and equipment to perform their job duties.
• The Employee is responsible for maintaining the uniforms, tools, and equipment in good working order.
• The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by Florida OSHA regulations.
• Option A: The Employer will provide the required PPE.
• Option B: The employee will be responsible for providing their own PPE which meets Employer standards.

9. Work Order Documentation and Record-Keeping

• The Employee will be required to accurately document all work performed using the Employer's work order system.
• The Employee will be responsible for maintaining accurate records of all inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• The Employee will comply with all applicable Florida property management, landlord-tenant, and commercial facility management practices.
• The employee will utilize employer-issued mobile devices as necessary.

10. Compliance with Laws and Regulations

• The Employee will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, building codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
• The Employee will adhere to all Employer policies and procedures.

11. Chain of Command

• The Employee will report to [Supervisor Name], whose title is [Supervisor Title].
• The Employee will follow the Employer's established chain of command for reporting and escalating maintenance issues.

12. Anti-Discrimination and Harassment

• The Employer is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. The Employer prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• This policy also prohibits retaliation against any employee who reports discrimination or harassment or who participates in an investigation of discrimination or harassment.

13. Professional Conduct

• The Employee will conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner at all times.
• The Employee will comply with the Employer's customer service guidelines.
• The Employee will adhere to Florida landlord-tenant law standards in residential properties.

14. Confidentiality

• The Employee will maintain the confidentiality of all building access codes, tenant information, security procedures, and proprietary information.
• This obligation of confidentiality will continue after the termination of employment.

15. Intellectual Property

• Any inventions, discoveries, or other intellectual property created by the Employee during the course of their employment will be the sole property of the Employer.

16. Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation

• Employee agrees that during their employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment, the employee will not, directly or indirectly, engage in any business that is competitive with the Employer within a [Radius] mile radius of the Employer's principal place of business. This restriction is narrowly tailored and compliant with Fla. Stat. § 542.335.
• The Employee will not solicit the Employer's employees or customers during their employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.

17. Background Check and Drug Screening

• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening, in accordance with Florida law.

18. Workplace Accidents and Injuries

• The Employee will immediately report any workplace accidents or injuries to their supervisor.
• The Employer will provide workers' compensation insurance as required by Florida law.

19. Vehicle Use

• Option A: If the Employee is required to use their personal vehicle for work purposes, the Employer will reimburse the Employee for mileage at the current IRS rate. The Employee is responsible for maintaining adequate insurance coverage on their vehicle.
• Option B: If the Employer provides a company vehicle for the Employee's use, the Employee will be responsible for operating the vehicle in a safe and responsible manner.

20. Termination

• As stated above, this is an "at-will" employment relationship.
• Option A: If the Employee resigns, the Employee will provide the Employer with at least [Number] days' written notice.
• Option B: The Employer may terminate the Employee's employment for cause. Cause includes, but is not limited to, [List of Reasons for Termination for Cause].
• Upon termination of employment, the Employee will be entitled to receive their final paycheck in accordance with Florida law, including payment for all accrued but unused PTO.
• Upon termination of employment, the Employee will return all Employer property, including uniforms, tools, equipment, and confidential information.

21. Disciplinary, Grievance, and Dispute Resolution Procedures

• The Employer will follow its established disciplinary procedures for addressing employee misconduct.
• The Employee may submit a grievance to their supervisor if they believe they have been treated unfairly.
• Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement will be resolved through mediation or arbitration in [City, County, Florida].

22. Required Notices

• The Employee acknowledges that the Employer is a "Right-to-Work" employer under Florida law.
• The Employer complies with E-Verify requirements for immigration compliance.
• The Employer will post all required federal and state notices regarding workplace safety, wage and hour laws, and anti-discrimination laws.

23. Employer Policies

• The Employee will comply with all Employer policies, including policies on social media, cell phone use, and secondary employment.

24. Severability

• If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

25. Entire Agreement

• This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, 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: ____________________________