Indiana cleaner employment contract template

Indiana Cleaner Employment Contract

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

[Employer Name], located at [Employer Address], Indiana (“Employer”)

and

[Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address], Indiana (“Employee”).

1. Employment

The Employer hires the Employee as a Cleaner, and the Employee accepts such employment.

Option A: The Employee's primary work location will be at [Work Location Address], Indiana.

Option B: The Employee will be assigned to various locations in Indiana, including but not limited to [List of Locations or Area].

Option C: The Employee will report to [Supervisor Name] or designated Facility Manager.

2. Job Description

The Employee will perform cleaning services as directed by the Employer, including, but not limited to:

Floor cleaning (sweeping, mopping, buffing)

Restroom sanitation

Trash and recycling removal

Window and mirror washing

Dusting

Inventory of cleaning supplies

Equipment maintenance

Surface disinfection

Option A: Site-specific protocols for [Specific Site, e.g., School, Hospital] are outlined in [Document Name or Location].

Option B: The employee must adhere to strict cleaning guidelines specific to medical facilities as outlined in the [Document Name or Location].

3. Equipment and Materials

The Employee will use the following tools, machines, and cleaning products: [List of Equipment and Products].

The Employee must adhere to all manufacturer and Employer-mandated safety instructions, including Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) training when handling chemicals as required by OSHA and Indiana OSHA standards.

4. Work Hours

The Employee is hired as a full-time employee, typically working [Number] hours per week.

Option A: The Employee's work schedule is [Start Time] to [End Time], [Days of the Week].

Option B: The Employee's schedule may include weekend, evening, or split shifts.

Option C: Overtime will be paid at 1.5 times the Employee's regular rate of pay for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as per Indiana wage laws.

Option D: The employee is expected to adhere to all on-site time tracking requirements.

Option E: The employee is entitled to meal and rest breaks as per the employer's policy. Indiana law does not mandate rest breaks for adults.

5. Compensation

The Employee will be paid at a rate of [Dollar Amount] per hour.

Option A: The Employee will be paid bi-weekly.

Option B: Method of payment will be [Direct Deposit/Check].

Option C: Payroll deductions will be made as required by Indiana and Federal law.

Option D: An additional shift differential of [Dollar Amount] per hour will be paid for late-night or hazardous cleaning.

6. Benefits

The Employee is eligible for the following benefits:

Health insurance

Dental/vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO): Accrual rate is [Accrual Rate].

Vacation: [Number] days per year.

Holidays: [List of Holidays].

Sick leave: [Number] days per year.

Retirement plan: [Plan Details].

Option A: Eligibility for benefits begins after [Number] days of employment.

Option B: Upon separation, all accrued PTO will be paid out as required by Indiana law.

7. Uniforms and PPE

The Employer will provide the Employee with uniforms and necessary PPE, including gloves, masks, and safety shoes.

Option A: The Employee is responsible for laundering their uniform.

Option B: The Employee must check out and check in all cleaning tools, and is responsible for damages.

8. Occupational Health and Safety

The Employee must comply with all Indiana and Federal workplace safety laws, including hazard communication (HAZCOM) requirements.

The Employee must report all accidents and illnesses to [Designated Person/Department] immediately.

The Employee must follow procedures for needle-stick, bloodborne pathogen, and hazardous waste handling if cleaning in medical or public spaces.

9. Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under Indiana and Federal law.

The Employer has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment of any kind. Employees should report any incidents of discrimination or harassment to [Designated Person/Department].

10. Compliance with Policies and Laws

The Employee must comply with all Employer policies, site-specific protocols, and any licensing or training required by Indiana law for cleaners working in specialized environments.

Option A: The Employee is subject to a background check.

Option B: The Employee is subject to drug screening.

11. At-Will Employment

The Employee's employment is at-will, meaning that either the Employer or the Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable Indiana law.

Option A: The employee is required to give [Number] weeks' notice before voluntary resignation.

Option B: Upon termination, the Employee will receive a final paycheck on or before the next regular payday, as required by Indiana law.

Option C: Severance benefits will be provided according to the Employer's policy.

12. Non-Competition and Confidentiality

The Employee agrees not to solicit clients or employees of the Employer during their employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.

The Employee agrees to keep confidential all proprietary information of the Employer, including cleaning methods and client information.

13. Employee Obligations

The Employee must report any theft or loss of property to [Designated Person/Department] immediately.

The Employee must report any suspicious activity to [Designated Person/Department] immediately.

14. Privacy and Confidentiality

The Employee must maintain the privacy and confidentiality of client and occupant information.

The Employee is prohibited from discussing sensitive matters without authorization.

15. Disciplinary Action

The Employee may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination, for violations of Employer policies or for misconduct, including, but not limited to:

Punctuality and attendance issues

Poor quality of work

Inappropriate client/resident interactions

Unauthorized use of mobile phones or music

Sleeping, intoxication, or personal visitors during work

16. Dispute Resolution

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Indiana.

Any legal proceedings related to this Agreement shall be brought in [County Name] County, Indiana.

Option A: Prior to litigation, the parties agree to attempt to resolve any disputes through mediation.

17. Statutory Compliance

The Employer will comply with all applicable Indiana laws, including wage payment statutes, unemployment insurance, workers' compensation coverage, and state/federal E-Verify requirements.

18. Work-Related Injuries

The Employee must report any work-related injuries to [Designated Person/Department] immediately and follow procedures for submitting workers' compensation claims under Indiana law.

19. Training

The Employer will provide training to the Employee on Indiana OSHA requirements, emergency evacuation procedures, safe chemical storage, and incident reporting procedures.

20. Adjustments and Acknowledgment

All elements of this Agreement are adjustable to tailor to the actual cleaning environment, Employer policy, or client contract.

The Employee acknowledges that they have reviewed their job duties, hazards, equipment training, and all workplace conduct policies.

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

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[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

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[Employee Name]

Date: [Date]