Maryland cleaner employment contract template

Maryland Cleaner Employment Contract

This Full-Time Cleaner Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and effective as of [Date], by and between:

• [Employer Legal Name], located at [Employer Address], hereinafter referred to as “Employer,”
• and [Employee Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address], hereinafter referred to as “Employee.”

1. Employment

• Option A: The Employer hires the Employee as a Full-Time Cleaner.
• Option B: The Employer hires the Employee as a Part-Time Cleaner.
• Option C: The Employee shall be employed as an At-Will employee.

2. Job Description

The Employee's primary job duties as a Full-Time Cleaner include, but are not limited to:

• Daily Cleaning Duties:
  • Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors
  • Dusting surfaces
  • Trash removal
  • Restroom sanitation
• Weekly Cleaning Duties:
  • In-depth cleaning of designated areas
• Occasional Cleaning Duties:
  • Window cleaning
  • Special floor care (waxing, polishing)
• Other Duties:
  • Use of cleaning chemicals and equipment
  • Reporting of building maintenance issues to [Supervisor Name].
  • Compliance with site-specific security or entry policies.
  • Handling hazardous materials as applicable, following safety protocols.

3. Cleaning Supplies and Equipment

• Option A: The Employer will provide all necessary cleaning supplies, protective equipment, tools, and uniforms. Maintenance and replacement of these items will be the Employer's responsibility.
• Option B: The Employee is responsible for providing [List of Supplies]. The Employer will provide [List of Supplies].

4. Work Location

• Option A: The Employee will primarily work at [Fixed Premises Address].
• Option B: The Employee will work at various client locations within Maryland as assigned by the Employer.
• Option C: The employee will work at [Address 1], [Address 2], [Address 3]

5. Work Schedule

• The Employee's work schedule is as follows:
  • Start Time: [Start Time]
  • End Time: [End Time]
  • Standard Weekly Hours: [Number] hours per week.
• Breaks:
  • The employee is entitled to [Length] minute breaks for every [Length] hours worked.
  • The employee is entitled to a [Length] minute meal break.
• Overtime: Overtime work must be pre-approved by [Supervisor Name] and will be compensated at a rate of one and one-half times the Employee's regular rate of pay for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

6. Compensation

• Option A: The Employee's hourly wage is [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option B: The Employee's annual salary is [Dollar Amount] per year.
• Payment Frequency: The Employee will be paid bi-weekly.
• Method of Payment:
  • Option A: Direct deposit.
  • Option B: Paper check.
• Premium Pay:
  • Option A: A pay differential of [Dollar Amount] will be added to the regular hourly rate for late-night, weekend, or holiday shifts.
  • Option B: No pay differential.

7. Benefits

• Health Insurance: Eligibility and details will be provided separately according to the Employer's policy.
• Dental Insurance: Eligibility and details will be provided separately according to the Employer's policy.
• Vision Insurance: Eligibility and details will be provided separately according to the Employer's policy.
• Paid Sick Leave: The Employee is entitled to paid sick leave in accordance with the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act.
• Paid Vacation: The employee will accrue [Number] hours of paid vacation time per [Time Period].
• Holidays: The Employee is entitled to the following paid holidays: [List of Holidays].
• Retirement: [Description of Retirement Plan, or "None"].

8. Paid Time Off (PTO)

The accrual and use of PTO will be governed by the Employer's PTO policy, which complies with Maryland law. [Reference to Employee Handbook section if applicable].

9. Reporting Structure

The Employee will report to [Supervisor Name]. The Employee is to contact [Supervisor Name] for workplace concerns. The employee is to contact [Department] for supplies. The employee is to contact [Department] for repairs.

10. Safety and Health

The Employee must comply with all applicable Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH) standards. This includes attending required training, following hazard communication protocols, safely handling and storing cleaning chemicals, utilizing personal protective equipment, and immediately reporting any workplace injuries.

The employee must notify their supervisor of any workplace accidents in order to proceed with worker's compensation claims.

11. Maryland Law Compliance

The Employer is committed to complying with all applicable Maryland labor laws, including the Maryland Wage and Hour Law, the Maryland Wage Payment and Collection Act, and the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act.

12. Confidentiality

The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of any sensitive information encountered during employment, including building security codes, alarm systems, confidential trash, or client property.

13. Prohibited Conduct

The Employee is prohibited from engaging in theft, unauthorized removal of property, inappropriate use of client spaces, or any other unprofessional conduct.

14. Timekeeping

The Employee will accurately record all hours worked using [Timekeeping Method]. All hours worked must be reported to comply with Maryland's time recordkeeping requirements.

15. Anti-Discrimination/Harassment

The Employer prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under Maryland and federal law.

16. Drug-Free Workplace

The Employer maintains a drug-free workplace policy.

17. Performance Evaluation/Discipline

The Employee's job performance will be evaluated periodically. Disciplinary action may be taken for performance issues or misconduct, following a fair and consistent process.

18. Code of Conduct

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

• Dress/Uniform: [Description]
• Cell Phone Use: [Restrictions]
• Personal Hygiene: [Expectations]
• Customer/Client Interactions: [Guidelines]
• Signage: [Usage]
• Emergency Evacuation: [Responsibilities]

19. Termination

• Resignation: The Employee may resign with [Number] days written notice.
• Termination: The Employer may terminate the Employee's employment at any time, with or without cause, consistent with Maryland's "at-will" employment status.
• Final Payment: Upon termination, the Employee will receive all wages and unused leave accrued within the timeframes required by Maryland law.
• Return of Property: The Employee must return all Employer property, including keys, access cards, uniforms, and equipment, upon termination.

20. Unemployment Insurance

Upon termination of employment, the employee is eligible to apply for unemployment benefits in accordance with Maryland law. The appropriate paperwork will be provided.

21. Workplace Accommodations

The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the Maryland Reasonable Accommodations Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

22. Union Membership

• Option A: This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with [Union Name].
• Option B: This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

23. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through good-faith negotiation, mediation, or, as agreed, arbitration before resorting to court action. Maryland law and courts shall govern the jurisdiction of the dispute.

24. Whistleblower Protection

The Employer prohibits retaliation against employees who report suspected legal or regulatory violations in good faith, as protected by Maryland law.

25. Mileage Reimbursement

• Option A: If Employee is traveling to multiple worksites, Employee will be reimbursed for mileage at the rate of [Dollar Amount] per mile.
• Option B: Employee will not be reimbursed for mileage.

26. Hiring Documentation

The Employee will complete all required hiring documentation, including I-9, Maryland state tax forms, and consent to a criminal background check if required.

27. Policy Updates

The Employer may update employment policies as Maryland law or employer practice changes, with advance written notice to the Employee.

28. Non-Compete Clause

The Employee will not be subject to a non-compete clause unless a rare, legally permitted, and narrowly tailored exception applies under Maryland law.

29. Mandatory Training

The Employee must complete mandatory training sessions, recertification, or compliance modules related to custodial work, safety, and anti-harassment as required under Maryland or employer policy.

30. Youth Employment (If Applicable)

If the Employee is a minor, the Employer will comply with all applicable Maryland Youth Employment laws, including restrictions on work hours, break periods, and eligible duties.

31. Acknowledgment

The Employee and Employer acknowledge that they have received, read, and understood this Agreement and any employee handbook referenced herein.

[Employer Legal Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Title]

Date: [Date]

[Employee Legal Name]

Signature: [Employee Signature]

Date: [Date]