Montana cleaner employment contract template

Montana Cleaner Employment Contract

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

[Employer Name], with a principal place of business at [Employer Address], [Employer City], Montana [Employer Zip Code] ("Employer"), and

[Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address], [Employee City], Montana [Employee Zip Code] ("Employee").

Position and Job Description

Option A: Position: Cleaner/Janitor

Option B: Position: [Specific Cleaner Position Title]

The Employee is hired as a Cleaner/Janitor and will perform the following duties, in accordance with Montana-specific safety regulations and best practices:

• Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors.
• Dusting surfaces.
• Cleaning and sanitizing bathrooms.
• Emptying and disposing of trash.
• Using and storing cleaning agents and chemicals properly, adhering to safety and hygiene protocols.
• Maintaining cleaning equipment.
• Following site-specific cleaning schedules.
• Reporting hazards and safety issues.
• Preventing contamination.
• Wearing protective clothing as required.
• Option A: Performing specialized cleaning tasks (e.g., carpet cleaning, window cleaning, hazardous material cleaning).
• Option B: No specialized cleaning tasks.
• Work environment:
• Option A: Residential.
• Option B: Commercial.
• Option C: Public.
• Option D: Mixed.

Reporting and Work Location

The Employee will report to [Supervisor Name], whose title is [Supervisor Title].

Work Location(s):

• Option A: [Montana Address]
• Option B: Multiple locations within [City/County, Montana], as assigned. The Employee will use:
• Option A: Company Vehicle.
• Option B: Personal Vehicle, with proof of Montana-compliant motor vehicle insurance required. Employee is responsible for maintaining valid Montana driver's license.

Work Schedule

The Employee's regular work schedule is:

• Workdays: [Days of the Week]
• Start Time: [Time]
• End Time: [Time]
• Total Hours per Week: [Number] (Full-time employment under Montana law typically requires 40 hours per week).

Meal and Rest Breaks:

• Option A: One (1) 30-minute unpaid meal break and two (2) 15-minute paid rest breaks per 8-hour shift, in accordance with Montana law.
• Option B: [Describe specific break schedule].

Overtime: Overtime work must be pre-approved by [Supervisor Name/Title].

Time Off Requests: All time off requests must be submitted to [Supervisor Name/Title] at least [Number] days in advance.

Seasonal Work Variation: [Describe any seasonal variations in schedule].

On-Call/Emergency Cleaning Expectations: [Describe on-call requirements, if any].

Compensation and Benefits

Employment Classification: Non-Exempt, Hourly Employee

Wage Rate: [Dollar Amount] per hour. This complies with Montana's minimum wage laws.

Pay Calculation: Hours worked are tracked using [Timekeeping System].

Overtime Rate: 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as required by Montana and federal law.

Payroll Frequency: [Weekly/Bi-Weekly/Monthly].

Overtime Approval: Overtime must be pre-approved by [Supervisor Name/Title].

Other Compensation:

• Option A: No tips, commissions, bonuses, or performance incentives.
• Option B: [Describe tips, commissions, bonuses, or performance incentives].

Deductions: Standard state and federal tax withholdings will be deducted. Deductions for uniforms, if applicable, will only be made as permitted under Montana law.

Final Pay: Upon termination, final pay will be issued in accordance with Montana law.

Benefits:

• Option A: No benefits provided.
• Option B: The following benefits are provided:
• Health Insurance: [Describe health insurance options, if any].
• Paid Vacation Leave: [Accrual Rate]. Accrued vacation may be used according to company policy and Montana law.
• Paid Sick Leave: [Accrual Rate]. Earned sick leave hours may be used in accordance with Montana's sick leave rules.
• Paid Holidays: [List Paid Holidays].
• Montana-Mandated Leave: Employee is entitled to Montana-mandated leave such as jury duty, voting, or military leave, as required by law.
• Retirement Plan: [Describe retirement plan, if any].
• Other Benefits: [Describe optional benefits, such as tuition reimbursement or transportation subsidies].

Workers' Compensation

The Employer provides Workers' Compensation Insurance, as required by Montana law.

If the Employee is injured on the job, the Employee must immediately report the injury to [Supervisor Name/Title]. Procedures for reporting a workplace injury will be provided to the Employee.

Equipment and Cleaning Agents

The Employee is responsible for the proper use and care of all employer-supplied equipment and cleaning agents.

Uniforms: [Describe uniform requirements, if any].

Safe Storage and Disposal: The Employee must safely store, use, and dispose of all chemicals in compliance with Montana DEQ, OSHA, and local regulations.

Health and Safety

The Employee must adhere to all health and safety protocols, including site-specific procedures, Montana workplace safety posters, and chemical right-to-know training.

The Employee must participate in annual safety briefings.

Vaccination Requirements: [Describe vaccination requirements, if any, respecting Montana privacy rules].

Confidentiality

The Employee must maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive information encountered during cleaning, including client personal information, business records, and security systems. Special attention must be given to privacy for residential or business clients serviced in Montana.

Job Performance Standards

The Employee is responsible for:

• Key-holder duties (if applicable): [Describe key-holder responsibilities].
• Alarm codes (if applicable): [Describe alarm code responsibilities].
• Building access: [Describe building access responsibilities].
• Following required cleaning checklists or quality inspections.
• Handling lost or found property according to company policy.

Reporting and Safe Work Environment

The Employee must immediately report any unsafe conditions or workplace injuries to [Supervisor Name/Title].

The Employer is committed to providing a safe work environment, in accordance with Montana Department of Labor & Industry expectations.

Employment At-Will and Termination

The employment relationship is at-will, meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause.

Montana's Wrongful Discharge from Employment Act applies after a [Number]-month probationary period, or as otherwise limited by law. After the probationary period, termination requires good cause.

Probationary Period: The Employee will serve a [Number]-month probationary period. Assessment criteria will include [List Assessment Criteria].

Grounds for Termination: Termination may occur for performance issues, misconduct, or redundancy.

Resignation: The Employee must provide [Number] days' written notice of resignation.

Final Wage Payment: Final wages will be paid in accordance with Montana law.

Return of Property: Upon termination, the Employee must return all keys, uniforms, and other employer property.

Disciplinary Procedures

Disciplinary actions may include verbal warnings, written warnings, or suspensions.

The Employee has the right to dispute or appeal disciplinary action under Montana law.

Anti-Discrimination and Harassment

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, physical/mental disability, national origin, or ancestry, in compliance with the Montana Human Rights Act. The Employer maintains a strict policy against harassment.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

[Describe drug and alcohol policy, if any, regarding cleaning equipment or site access].

Pre-Employment Screening: [Describe pre-employment screening, if any, such as background checks or drug screening, complying with Montana law].

Employee Suggestions and Safety Concerns

The Employer encourages employees to submit suggestions and report safety concerns to [Supervisor Name/Title]. Whistleblower protections are provided under Montana code.

Change of Work Assignments

Work assignments, shift coverage expectations, or site reassignments may change based on business needs. Montana geographic considerations (e.g., weather-related travel disruption accommodations) will be taken into account.

Transportation

[Describe responsibility for transportation between multiple client sites, if applicable].

No Theft

The Employee is prohibited from unauthorized removal of property from work sites.

Customer Feedback

[Describe customer feedback or complaint handling process, if applicable].

Restrictive Covenants

[Include only if job involves access to trade secrets or specialized client lists. Non-compete clauses are generally limited in Montana and must meet the state's reasonableness test].

Training

The Employee will receive initial and periodic training, including job safety training, chemical handling training, and training on the use of new cleaning equipment. Attendance at mandatory training sessions is required.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Montana. The preferred method of dispute resolution is [Direct Negotiation/Mediation/Arbitration] prior to litigation.

Use of Likeness

[Include clause for disclosures or consents for use of employee likeness or personal information as needed under Montana law].

Amendments

This Agreement may be amended only in writing and signed by both parties.

Language

The Agreement has been provided in a language understood by the Employee, or an interpreter was offered if requested.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written, between the parties with respect to such subject matter.

All elements of this contract are adjustable to the specifics of the cleaning role and local Montana employer practices.

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

[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Signature]

[Employer Printed Name]

[Employee Name]

By: [Employee Signature]

[Employee Printed Name]