Iowa cleaner employment contract template

Iowa Full-Time Cleaner Employment Agreement

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

Position

The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a Full-Time Cleaner.

Option A: The Employee's primary job duties include: cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting designated premises, including using cleaning agents and machinery; trash removal; surface wiping; restroom sanitization; floor care; window cleaning; restocking supplies; and performing special cleaning protocols as required by clients or the Employer.

Option B: (Specific Job Duties to be detailed in a separate Job Description attached as Exhibit A)

The Employee may be required to handle hazardous materials/chemicals. [Yes/No]. If yes, a list of these materials and safety protocols will be provided.

Work Schedule and Hours

The Employee's standard work schedule will be [Number] hours per week, consisting of [Days of Week] from [Start Time] to [End Time].

Option A: The Employee will receive a [Number] minute unpaid break and a [Number] minute paid break during each shift.

Option B: The Employee’s break times will be determined based on Iowa law and scheduling needs, and will be communicated by the supervisor.

The Employer complies with Iowa's minimum wage requirements. The current minimum wage is [Dollar Amount] per hour.

Overtime will be paid at 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 the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Iowa law.

The Employer utilizes the following timekeeping method: [Clock-in/Clock-out system description]. Accurate recording of work hours is required.

Work Location

The Employee's primary work location is [Address].

Option A: The Employee will be assigned to a fixed location.

Option B: The Employee may be required to travel between multiple work sites.

If travel is required:

Option A: The Employee will be reimbursed for mileage at the current IRS standard mileage rate.

Option B: The Employee will be compensated for travel time. Details will be included in employee handbook.

Employment Status and At-Will Employment

The Employee is hired as a W-2 employee and is entitled to all applicable employee protections under Iowa and federal law.

This is an at-will employment relationship, meaning that either the Employer or the Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to the below notice requirement.

Option A: The Employee is required to provide [Number] days' written notice of resignation.

Option B: The Employer will provide [Number] weeks’ notice of termination where possible, but is not obligated to.

Upon termination, the Employee will receive their final paycheck, including all earned wages, on the next regular payday, as required by Iowa law.

Compensation

The Employee's base wage is [Dollar Amount] per hour.

The Employee will be paid [Weekly/Bi-weekly].

Option A: Wages will be delivered via [Direct Deposit/Check].

Option B: Wages will be paid according to the employer’s custom, but no less than monthly.

Option A: The Employee is eligible for a shift differential of [Dollar Amount] for [Specific Shifts].

Option B: The Employee is eligible for a performance bonus. Criteria will be included in employee handbook.

Option C: The employer contributes [Percentage] toward work uniforms.

Leave Entitlements

Option A: The Employee is entitled to [Number] days of paid vacation leave per year, accruing at a rate of [Accrual Rate].

Option B: The Employee is entitled to [Number] days of paid sick leave per year, accruing at a rate of [Accrual Rate]. Note that Iowa does not mandate paid sick time.

The Employee may be eligible for bereavement leave, details in company policy.

Family and medical leave may be available per federal law. Iowa’s limited parental/medical leave obligations will also be adhered to.

Holidays

The following holidays are observed by the Employer: [List of Holidays].

Option A: The Employee will receive paid time off for these holidays.

Option B: The Employee is eligible for holiday pay at a rate of [Rate] for working on these holidays.

Option C: The Employee may be required to work on holidays, with compensatory pay rules to be explained by supervisor.

Benefits

Option A: The Employee is eligible to participate in the Employer's health insurance plan, dental insurance plan, and vision insurance plan, subject to eligibility criteria and waiting periods as outlined in the plan documents. Benefits align with average offerings in the local Iowa cleaning sector.

Option B: The employer offers short-term disability insurance.

Option C: The employer offers an employer retirement plan.

Eligibility criteria, waiting periods, and enrollment procedures for all benefits will be provided to the Employee. The Employer adheres to federal obligations such as ACA, COBRA rights, or ERISA.

Occupational Health and Safety

The Employer is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. The Employee will receive training on the safe handling and use of cleaning chemicals in accordance with OSHA and Iowa Occupational Safety and Health Administration (IOSH) requirements.

The Employer will provide all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

The Employee is responsible for reporting any work-related injuries or illnesses to the Employer immediately.

The Employee has the right to refuse to perform work that they reasonably believe is unsafe.

The Employer maintains workers’ compensation insurance coverage per Iowa Code Chapter 85.

Privacy and Confidentiality

The Employee is expected to maintain the privacy of clients and protect confidential information.

The Employee is prohibited from accessing or disclosing confidential information of the Employer or its customers.

Violations of privacy and confidentiality policies may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Behavioral and Appearance Standards

The Employee is expected to maintain a professional appearance and conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times.

Option A: The Employee is required to wear a uniform, provided by the Employer.

Option B: The Employee must adhere to the following dress code: [Dress Code Description].

Cell phone use is prohibited during work hours, except for emergencies. Proper storage and handling of equipment and materials is required.

Transportation and Parking

Option A: The Employee is responsible for providing their own transportation to and from work.

Option B: Parking is available at the worksite.

Mileage reimbursement will be provided as per item #3 of this agreement.

Workplace Policies and Procedures

The Employee is expected to adhere to all Employer policies and procedures, including those related to requesting shift changes, overtime approval, reporting absences or tardiness, and task reassignment.

Background Check and Screening

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

Option B: The Employee must comply with E-Verify requirements.

Option C: The Employee is subject to pre-employment screening specific to [Location, e.g., schools].

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability, as required by Iowa Code Chapter 216 and other applicable laws.

Prohibited Conduct

The Employee is prohibited from engaging in any theft, damage, or removal of property from the worksite.

The Employer reserves the right to conduct security checks, if appropriate.

Option A: The Employee is prohibited from moonlighting or accepting concurrent employment.

Option B: The Employee may engage in moonlighting activities so long as they do not conflict with the primary duties of this position.

Non-Competition/Non-Solicitation

No non-compete agreement applies to this position.

Option A: The Employee is prohibited from soliciting the Employer's customers or employees for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement will be resolved through internal complaint escalation.

Option A: The parties agree to attempt to resolve any disputes through mediation prior to initiating legal action.

Option B: The parties agree to binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Iowa. Venue for any legal action will be in [County Name] County, Iowa.

Incorporated Documents

The following documents are incorporated into and made a part of this Agreement: Employee Handbook, Safety Manual, Job Description (Exhibit A, if applicable). These documents may be amended with notice.

Required Documents

The Employee must provide all required new hire forms, tax forms, authorization to work, emergency contact information, and acknowledgements of policies, in compliance with Iowa employment onboarding and I-9 verification requirements.

Accommodation

The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Iowa Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Employee should request modified work duties or schedules through HR.

Performance Evaluation and Corrective Action

The Employee's performance will be evaluated [Frequency, e.g., annually]. Advancement opportunities and a corrective action process will be provided as needed. Progressive discipline will be implemented if work standards are not met.

Return of Property

Upon termination of employment, the Employee must return all Employer property, including uniforms, tools, access badges, keys, employer-issued phones, and other equipment.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter of this Agreement. Any amendment to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties.

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

[Employer Legal Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

[Employee Legal Name]

Signature: ____________________________

Date: ____________________________