Indiana maintenance technician employment contract template

Indiana Maintenance Technician Employment Contract

This Indiana Maintenance Technician Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Employer Legal Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Job Title and Description

The Employer hires Employee as a Maintenance Technician.

• Option A: The Employee will perform the following duties:
  • Preventive and corrective maintenance of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
  • General property upkeep and repairs.
  • Record-keeping of maintenance activities and routine inspections.
  • Participation in safety programs.
  • Responding to emergency maintenance requests.
  • Operation and servicing of specific equipment: [List Specific Equipment, e.g., Boiler Systems, Industrial Controls].
  • Compliance with OSHA and Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) rules.
  • Hazardous materials handling according to documented procedures and Indiana code.
• Option B: A more detailed job description is attached as Exhibit A, which is incorporated herein by reference.

2. Worksite and Travel

• Option A: The Employee's primary worksite is located at [Worksite Address].
• Option B: The Employee will work at multiple locations, including but not limited to: [List of Worksites].
  • If applicable, the Employee will be required to travel periodically between worksites.
• Option C: Mileage reimbursement will be provided at the rate of [Dollar Amount] per mile, subject to IRS guidelines.
• Option D: A company vehicle will be provided for work-related travel.

3. Employment Status and Working Hours

The Employee's employment is full-time.

• Option A: The standard workweek is [Number] hours per week.
• Option B: The regular working hours are [Start Time] to [End Time], [Days of the Week].
• Option C: Overtime may be required and will be compensated according to Indiana law.
• Option D: The Employee may be required to participate in on-call or after-hours duty.
• Option E: Shift assignments will be determined by the Employer.
• Option F: Scheduling practices include weekend and holiday rotation.
• Option G: Break Policy - The employee is entitled to a [Number] minute break during each [Number] hour shift.

4. Compensation

• Option A: The Employee's hourly wage is [Dollar Amount].
• Option B: The Employee's annual salary is [Dollar Amount].
• Option C: The Employee will be paid [Pay Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly] via [Method, e.g., direct deposit].
• Option D: Overtime will be paid at one and one-half times the regular rate of pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, in accordance with Indiana law.
• Option E: Call-back pay will be provided at a rate of [Dollar Amount] per call.
• Option F: Stand-by pay will be provided at a rate of [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option G: Site-specific wage premiums apply: [Details of Premiums].
• Option H: A tool stipend of [Dollar Amount] will be provided [Frequency].

5. Employee Benefits

The Employee is eligible for the following benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable benefit plans:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) or similar retirement plan
• Paid sick days (compliant with Indiana law)
• Vacation
• Paid time off
• FMLA compliance
• Indiana workers' compensation insurance
• Unemployment insurance
• Industry-specific benefit programs: [List Specific Programs].

6. Uniforms, PPE, and Tools

• Option A: The Employer will provide uniforms.
• Option B: The Employee is responsible for providing their own work clothes that meet safety standards.
• Option C: The Employer will provide personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Option D: The Employer will provide job-related tools.
• Option E: The Employee will be reimbursed for the purchase of job-related tools up to [Dollar Amount] per year.
• Standards for appearance and equipment maintenance are as follows: [Describe Standards].

7. Licensure and Certifications

• Option A: The Employee must possess a valid [Specific License/Certification, e.g., Journeyman's Card, EPA 608].
• Option B: The Employer will support the Employee's continuing education required to maintain licensure.

8. Safety Training

Initial and recurring mandatory safety training will be provided, including:

• Lock-out/tag-out procedures
• MSDS documentation
• Adherence to all Indiana occupational safety and public facility codes

9. Reporting Structure

• The Employee will report to [Supervisor Title/Name].
• The Employee is required to maintain daily logs or electronic record entries.
• Work order processing procedures are as follows: [Describe Procedures].
• Escalation procedures for hazardous situations are as follows: [Describe Procedures].

10. Standards of Conduct

The Employee is expected to adhere to the following standards of conduct:

• Punctuality and professionalism
• Adherence to company safety rules
• Maintaining a substance-free workplace, including compliance with Indiana's drug testing requirements
• Reporting any defects or hazards immediately
• Consequences for safety violations or property damage: [Describe Consequences].
• Anti-harassment and anti-discrimination (referencing Indiana Civil Rights Law protected categories).

11. Confidentiality

The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of:

• Building systems information
• Client data
• Trade secrets
• Security alarms
• Vendor contacts
• This obligation survives termination of employment.

12. Intellectual Property and Inventions

Any process improvements or documentation created by the Employee during employment are the property of the Employer, in accordance with Indiana law.

13. Conflicting Employment

• Option A: The Employee may not engage in conflicting employment, moonlighting, or side jobs that may present safety or ethical conflicts.
• Option B: The Employee may engage in outside employment as long as it does not conflict with the Employer's interests or the Employee's ability to perform their job duties.

14. Termination

• Option A: This is an at-will employment relationship, and either party may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause.
• Option B: Grounds for immediate dismissal include: [List Grounds].
• Option C: The Employee will receive a final paycheck in accordance with Indiana's prompt payment law (IC 22-2-9).

Upon termination, the Employee must return all company property.

Exit obligations: [List Obligations, e.g., Final Expense Report, Tool Return].

15. Grievance and Dispute Resolution

• Any disputes will be resolved initially through internal resolution procedures.
• If unresolved, disputes will be submitted to mediation/arbitration in [City, Indiana], under Indiana law.

16. Compliance with Laws

The Employer and Employee agree to comply with all applicable federal and Indiana state laws, including:

• Indiana Occupational Safety and Health Administration (IOSHA) regulations
• Public health laws
• Child labor laws (if applicable)
• Veteran's rights laws
• Reasonable accommodation for disability in line with Indiana fair employment laws

17. Acknowledgment

The Employee acknowledges receipt of the following:

• Company safety manual
• Maintenance policies
• Property entry/exit, security, and privacy standards

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

[Employer Legal Name]

By: [Name of Authorized Representative]

Title: [Title of Authorized Representative]

[Employee Legal Name]

Signature: ____________________________

Date: [Date]