Michigan cleaner employment contract template

Michigan Cleaner Employment Contract

This Michigan Cleaner Employment Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Employer Legal Name], with a principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

Employment

• Option A: Employer hereby employs Employee as a Cleaner/Janitorial Worker.
• Option B: Employer hereby employs Employee as a [Specific Job Title].

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, common areas, offices, floors, and windows.
• Rubbish and recycling removal.
• Use, maintenance, and safe handling of commercial cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Compliance with cleaning schedules.
• Adherence to Employer, client, and regulatory cleanliness and safety standards.
• Completion of task logs and daily reports as required.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Work Location

• Option A: The primary work location is [Address of Workplace].
• Option B: Employee will be required to work at various locations in Michigan, including [List of locations].
• Option C: Multi-site requirements: Employee will frequently travel between customer locations.
  • Option 1: Employer will provide transportation.
  • Option 2: Employee will be reimbursed for mileage at the current IRS rate, compliant with Michigan wage rules.

Work Hours

• Standard full-time work hours: [Number] hours per week.
• Shift times: [Start Time] to [End Time].
  • Option A: Early Morning Cleaning
  • Option B: Evening Cleaning
  • Option C: Night/Overnight Cleaning
• Rest and meal break entitlements will be provided as required by Michigan wage and hour law.
• Attendance and punctuality standards: Employee is expected to be punctual and maintain consistent attendance.

Compensation

• Employee is classified as a non-exempt, full-time employee pursuant to the Michigan Workforce Opportunity Wage Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
• Employee is eligible for overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
• Base Hourly/Salary Rate: [Dollar Amount] per hour. Michigan minimum wage requirements apply.
• Pay Frequency: [Weekly/Bi-weekly/Monthly].
• Pay Method: [Direct Deposit/Check].
• Reporting Tips/Cash Wages: If applicable, Employee is responsible for reporting all tips or cash wages.
• Payroll Deductions: Legitimate payroll deductions as permitted by Michigan law will be applied (e.g., taxes, uniforms, union dues if applicable).

Benefits

• Option A: Health Insurance: [Details of Health Insurance Plan]
• Option B: Dental Insurance: [Details of Dental Insurance Plan]
• Option C: Vision Insurance: [Details of Vision Insurance Plan]
• Option D: Paid Time Off (PTO)/Vacation/Sick Leave: [Number] days per year. Includes Michigan's Paid Medical Leave Act entitlements if Employer has 50+ employees.
• Option E: Paid Holidays: [List of Paid Holidays]
• Option F: Short-Term Disability: [Details of Short-Term Disability Plan]
• Employer-Provided Uniforms/PPE/Cleaning Supplies: Employee is responsible for maintaining and returning these items in good condition.

Health and Safety

• Employee will comply with all Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) requirements.
• Use of PPE as required.
• Procedures for chemical and biohazard exposure.
• Mandated training (Hazard Communication, Bloodborne Pathogens, etc.).
• Right to refuse unsafe work.
• Required documentation/reporting of workplace injuries or incidents.

Worker's Compensation

• Worker’s compensation insurance coverage is provided per Michigan Compulsory Coverage laws.
• Procedures for reporting work-related injuries: Report all injuries immediately to [Name/Title].

Harassment and Discrimination

• Procedures for reporting harassment, discrimination, or workplace violence, referencing protected categories under Michigan’s Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act and local anti-discrimination ordinances. Protected categories include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

Performance Standards

• Completion deadlines for cleaning tasks.
• Inspection procedures for quality control.
• Remediation of unsatisfactory work.
• Client feedback mechanisms.
• Disciplinary consequences for pattern performance issues or breaches of cleanliness protocols.

Reporting Structure and Training

• Direct Supervisor: [Name/Title].
• Requirements for participation in job-specific training, safety briefings, and periodic skills refreshers.

Use of Employer Property

• Rules for return of employer vehicles, keys, access cards, or security codes upon termination or request.
• Reporting immediately if lost or stolen.
• Security and client privacy requirements when working in customer premises.

Outside Employment

• Option A: Employee may not engage in outside employment that creates a conflict of interest or impairs their ability to perform their duties.
• Option B: Employee may engage in outside employment as long as it does not create a conflict of interest or impairs their ability to perform their duties.
• No unlawful non-compete clauses are permitted under Michigan law.

Confidentiality

• All cleaning schedules, client information, and methods must be kept confidential and not disclosed outside the organization.
• Rules for handling sensitive information or property encountered at worksites.
• Prohibition on theft or misappropriation of client or company property.

Professional Conduct

• Expectations for professional conduct, personal hygiene, compliance with uniform, ID badge, or dress code policies.
• Appropriate language and behavior when interacting with clients or building occupants.
• Immediate reporting of discovered contraband or hazardous conditions.

Discipline and Termination

• Michigan is an at-will employment state.
• Grounds for disciplinary action.
• Discharge procedures.
• Last paycheck timelines under Michigan law.
• Return of property upon termination.
• Employer-specific exit interviews or feedback (optional).

Grievance and Complaint Mechanisms

• Procedures for resolving disputes, including reference to mediation, the Michigan Department of Labor, or formal dispute procedures.
• Governing Law and Venue: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan. Venue for any legal action shall be in [County Name] County, Michigan.

Notices

• Employee acknowledges receipt of all applicable notices required by Michigan, including Michigan’s Paid Medical Leave notice, MIOSHA posters, and wage/hour notices.
• Employee acknowledges receipt and understanding of all policies, workplace safety rules, and hazard communication information.

Contract Modification

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

Electronic Records

Employee consents to the use of electronic records and signatures in connection with this Agreement.

Severability

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

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.

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

____________________________

[Employer Legal Name]

By: ____________________________

[Employer Representative Name]

[Employer Representative Title]

____________________________

[Employee Legal Name]