Hawaii maintenance technician employment contract template

Hawaii Maintenance Technician Employment Contract

This Hawaii Full-Time Maintenance Technician Employment Contract ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between:

[Employer Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address], hereinafter referred to as "Employer,"

and

[Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address], hereinafter referred to as "Employee."

1. Position

The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a Maintenance Technician.

• Option A: The Employee's primary work location shall be at [Work Location] on the island of [Island Name].
• Option B: The Employee may be required to work at multiple locations within [Island/Region] and may be subject to a rotating work schedule.

2. Duties and Responsibilities

The Employee shall perform the following duties and responsibilities:

• Performing preventive maintenance on equipment and systems.
• Repairing and maintaining equipment and facilities.
• Maintaining and servicing HVAC/R systems, including EPA Section 608 certification requirements where applicable.
• Troubleshooting and repairing electrical and plumbing systems, adhering to Hawaii licensing requirements.
• Performing groundskeeping duties.
• Conducting scheduled inspections.
• Responding to emergency situations, including weather and hazard events common in Hawaii.
• Operating and maintaining specialized tools and machinery.
• Maintaining comprehensive maintenance logs and records.
• Ensuring compliance with Hawaii Department of Health and OSHA safety standards.
• Properly using and disposing of hazardous materials.
• Reporting unsafe conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

3. Skills, Certifications, and Licenses

The Employee represents that they possess the following skills, certifications, and licenses:

• [List Skills]
• [List Certifications/Licenses, e.g., Hawaii State Journeyman Electrician License]
• Option A: Employee is responsible for maintaining all required licenses and certifications, including any continuing education requirements.
• Option B: Employer will reimburse the employee for costs associated with license renewals for Hawaii licenses required for job duties

4. Reporting

The Employee shall report to [Supervisor Title].

• The Employee is expected to attend mandatory safety meetings.
• All work must be documented according to company protocol.
• Option A: The Employee will utilize an electronic work order system.
• Option B: The Employee will collaborate with other departments as needed.

5. Employment Status and Work Hours

The employment is full-time and at-will.

• The regular work hours shall be [Start Time] to [End Time], [Days of the Week].
• Option A: The Employee may be required to participate in an on-call rotation.
• Option B: Overtime will be compensated in accordance with Hawaii law.
• The Employee is entitled to rest and meal breaks as mandated by Hawaii law.

6. Compensation

The Employer shall pay the Employee a [Hourly/Salary] wage of [Dollar Amount] per [Hour/Pay Period].

• The Employer confirms that the wage meets or exceeds Hawaii's minimum wage requirements.
• Wages will be paid [Frequency] via [Method of Payment].
• Overtime will be calculated and paid at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times the Employee's regular rate of pay for all hours worked over forty (40) in a workweek, in accordance with Hawaii law.
• Option A: The Employee may be eligible for a performance bonus based on [Bonus Criteria].
• Option B: On-call or shift differentials will be paid as follows: [Specify Amounts and Conditions].

7. Benefits

The Employee shall be eligible for the following benefits:

• Health insurance, meeting Hawaii Prepaid Health Care Act requirements.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Paid vacation and statutory paid sick leave.
• State holidays, including Prince Kuhio Day and Kamehameha Day.
• Paid/unpaid leave for family, jury duty, or medical needs under Hawaii Family Leave Law.
• Employer contributions to [Retirement Plan, e.g., 401(k)].
• Life/disability insurance.
• Option A: Uniform and tool stipend of [Dollar Amount] per [Time Period].
• Option B: Transportation or parking allowance of [Dollar Amount] per [Time Period].
• Option C: Job-related training or apprenticeship support.
• Option D: Eligibility and waiting periods for all benefits are outlined in the employee handbook.

8. Intellectual Property

All manuals, maintenance logs, designs, or process improvements created by the Employee during the course of employment shall be the sole property of the Employer.

9. Confidentiality

The Employee shall maintain the confidentiality of all facility operations, access codes, client/vendor information, and proprietary maintenance practices.

• This obligation extends beyond the termination of employment.
• Exceptions include legally required disclosures.

10. Electronic Systems and Devices

The Employer may monitor the Employee's use of electronic systems, key cards, remote diagnostic tools, and company-issued devices.

11. Behavioral and Ethical Standards

The Employee shall adhere to all applicable Hawaii and local county ordinances, as well as the Employer's policies.

• This includes compliance with drug/alcohol testing policies, smoking/vaping policies, and safety/environmental protocols.
• The Employee shall comply with anti-harassment and discrimination policies in accordance with Hawaii law, including protected categories of ancestry and marital status.
• The Employee shall maintain professional conduct with residents, clients, and tenants.

12. Reporting Procedures

The Employee shall report all maintenance issues, hazards, workplace injuries, and near-misses in accordance with company policy and Hawaii jurisdictional requirements.

• The Employee shall participate in quarterly safety audits and trainings.

13. Termination

The employment relationship is at-will, and either party may terminate it at any time, with or without cause.

• Option A: The Employee shall provide [Number] days' written notice of resignation.
• Option B: Upon termination, the Employee's final paycheck will be provided in accordance with Section 388-3, HRS.
• Upon termination, the Employee shall return all keys, uniforms, ID badges, and Employer-furnished tools/equipment.

14. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved as follows:

• First, through internal complaint handling.
• Second, through mediation facilitated by the Hawaii State Judiciary Center for Alternative Dispute Resolution.
• Third, through arbitration.
• Hawaii law and courts shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes.

15. Workers' Compensation and Safety

The Employee is covered by Hawaii's workers' compensation (no-fault) system.

• The Employer complies with all applicable health and building codes, as well as OSHA and state-mandated workplace safety programs, addressing unique Hawaii risks.

16. Non-Solicitation and Non-Disclosure

The Employee agrees not to solicit the Employer's clients or employees during or after employment.

• The Employee shall not disclose confidential information.
• Non-compete agreements are subject to Hawaii's strict statutory limits under HRS 480-4.

17. Compliance with Laws

The Employee shall comply with all applicable local licensing and permit requirements for maintenance work and hazardous materials.

18. Equal Employment Opportunity

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission's regulations.

19. Acknowledgement

The Employee acknowledges receipt of and agreement to the terms of the Employer's employee handbook and safety manuals.

Employee Signature: [Employee Signature]

Employee Printed Name: [Employee Printed Name]

Date: [Date]

Employer Signature: [Employer Signature]

Employer Printed Name: [Employer Printed Name]

Title: [Employer Title]

Date: [Date]

20. Adjustment/Variation

This Agreement may be amended or modified only by a written instrument signed by both parties.

21. Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect, in accordance with Hawaii contract law.