Nebraska cleaner employment contract template

Nebraska Full-Time Cleaner Employment Agreement

This Nebraska Full-Time Cleaner Employment Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of this [Date] by and between:

Employer: [Employer Name], located at [Employer Address], Phone: [Employer Phone], Email: [Employer Email]

Cleaner: [Cleaner Name], residing at [Cleaner Address], Phone: [Cleaner Phone], Email: [Cleaner Email]

1. Position

Full-Time Cleaner

Job Description: The Cleaner will perform the following tasks:

• Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors
• Dusting furniture and surfaces
• Disinfecting surfaces, including restrooms and kitchens
• Cleaning and sanitizing restrooms and replenishing supplies
• Removing trash and recycling
• Floor care, including waxing and buffing (if applicable)
• Window washing and cleaning
• Restocking cleaning supplies
• Any heavy-duty cleaning tasks as assigned, such as carpet shampooing
• Cleaning of specific areas:
• Offices
• Restrooms
• Public Areas
• Kitchens

Equipment and Chemicals: The Cleaner is expected to use and maintain the following:

• [List of Cleaning Equipment]
• [List of Cleaning Chemicals]
• The Cleaner is responsible for adhering to OSHA standards for cleaning equipment, chemical safety, and handling of hazardous materials, as well as the Employer's health and safety protocols, including the use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

2. Work Location

Primary Location: [Nebraska Work Location]

Additional Locations (if applicable): [List of Additional Nebraska Work Locations]

Facility Access and Security: [Specific Access and Security Requirements, e.g., badges, lock-up procedures]

Work Hours: Cleaning is performed [During/Outside] regular business hours.

3. Employment Type and Work Schedule

Employment Type: Full-time

Minimum Weekly Hours: 40 hours

Scheduled Daily Shifts: [Start Time] - [End Time]

Break/Meal Periods: [Specify break and meal periods, complying with Nebraska law]

Attendance Policy: [Specify policies for lateness, absence reporting, and attendance tracking]

4. Employment-at-Will

This is an employment-at-will agreement. Either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to the conditions outlined below.

• Employer Termination: The Employer reserves the right to terminate the Cleaner's employment at any time, subject to compliance with Nebraska law.
• Cleaner Termination: The Cleaner may resign from their position at any time by providing [Number] days' written notice to the Employer.
• Final Wages: Upon termination, the Cleaner will be paid all final wages due by the next regular payday, as required by Nebraska law.
• Return of Property: Upon termination, the Cleaner must immediately return all Employer property, including uniforms, keys, equipment, and documents.

5. Compensation and Benefits

Wage Structure:

• Option A: Hourly Rate: The Cleaner will be paid an hourly rate of [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option B: Salary: The Cleaner will be paid a salary of [Dollar Amount] per year.

Overtime: The Cleaner is [Eligible/Ineligible] for overtime pay. If eligible, overtime will be paid at one and one-half (1.5) times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as required by Nebraska and federal law.

Pay Frequency: [Specify pay frequency, e.g., bi-weekly]

Method of Payment: [Specify method of payment, e.g., direct deposit, check]

Payroll Deductions: All payroll deductions will comply with applicable federal and Nebraska law.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance: [Specify health insurance eligibility and offerings]
• Dental Insurance: [Specify dental insurance eligibility and offerings]
• Vision Insurance: [Specify vision insurance eligibility and offerings]
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
• Vacation: [Specify vacation accrual and usage policy]
• Nebraska Holidays: [List of recognized Nebraska public holidays]
• Sick Leave: [Specify sick leave accrual and usage policy, if offered]
• 401(k) or Retirement Plan: [Specify availability and details of any 401(k) or retirement plan]
• Uniform/Clothing Allowance: [Specify amount and frequency of uniform or clothing allowance]
• PPE Provision: The Employer will provide all necessary PPE at no cost to the Cleaner.
• Transportation Reimbursement: [Specify reimbursement policy for work-related transportation between sites, if applicable]

6. Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance: The Cleaner is responsible for the maintenance and care of assigned cleaning equipment.

Reporting: The Cleaner must report any equipment breakdowns or hazards immediately to [Designated Person/Department].

Supply Usage: The Cleaner must maintain accurate records of supply usage as directed by the Employer.

Incident Reporting: The Cleaner must immediately report any workplace accidents or injuries to [Designated Person/Department] in compliance with Nebraska workers' compensation laws.

7. Confidentiality

The Cleaner shall maintain the confidentiality of client information, building security protocols, and any other proprietary information encountered during the course of employment.

8. Workplace Conduct

The Cleaner shall maintain professional conduct in all interactions with clients, building occupants, and fellow employees.

The Cleaner is prohibited from engaging in any form of harassment, discrimination, theft, or unauthorized use of client or employer property.

9. Subcontracting

The Cleaner is prohibited from subcontracting or assigning their cleaning duties to any third party without the express written consent of the Employer.

10. Training

The Cleaner will participate in initial and ongoing training on safe cleaning procedures, chemical handling, slip/fall risk mitigation, bloodborne pathogen exposure (if applicable), and any Nebraska-mandated training.

• Initial Training: [Describe the initial training program]
• Ongoing Training: [Describe the ongoing training schedule and content]

11. Equal Opportunity and Anti-Discrimination

The Employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

• The Employer complies with all applicable Nebraska Equal Opportunity laws.
• Complaints: Any complaints of discrimination or harassment should be reported immediately to [Designated Person/Department].

12. Nebraska-Specific Provisions

Wage Theft Protection: The Employer complies with all Nebraska wage theft protection laws.

Meal/Rest Breaks: The Employer provides meal and rest breaks in compliance with Nebraska law.

Pay Transparency: The Employer adheres to Nebraska pay transparency laws.

Wage Statements: The Cleaner has the right to access wage statements as required by Nebraska law.

13. Emergency Procedures

The Cleaner will familiarize themselves with and follow emergency procedures for fire, chemical spills, biohazard incidents, and other emergencies.

The Cleaner must report all incidents to [Designated Person/Department].

The Employer complies with Nebraska Department of Labor and Department of Health regulations for sanitation in applicable environments.

14. Driving (If Applicable)

Driving Requirement: [Yes/No]. If yes, the Cleaner is required to drive between work sites.

Insurance and Licensing: The Cleaner must maintain a valid driver's license and insurance coverage that meets Nebraska legal requirements.

Reimbursement: [Specify reimbursement policy for mileage or other transportation expenses in compliance with Nebraska law.]

15. Intellectual Property (If Applicable)

If the Cleaner develops any custom cleaning protocols or manuals for the Employer, all intellectual property rights shall belong to [Employer/Cleaner].

16. Time Off Requests

The Cleaner must submit time off requests to [Designated Person/Department] with [Number] days' notice.

Blackout Dates: [Specify any blackout dates during peak cleaning periods when time off may be restricted].

17. Post-Termination Solicitation (Consult Nebraska Law)

The Cleaner agrees that, for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment, they will not directly solicit the Employer's clients for cleaning services within a [Number] mile radius of the Employer's business address, to the extent legally enforceable in Nebraska.

18. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Nebraska.

Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be resolved in the state courts of Nebraska, [Specify County] County.

The parties agree to attempt to resolve any disputes through mediation or arbitration before pursuing litigation.

19. Employee Handbook/Safety Manual

The Cleaner acknowledges receipt of the Employee Handbook/Safety Manual (if applicable).

20. Severability

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

21. 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.

22. Amendment

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

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

[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Signature]

[Employer Printed Name]

[Cleaner Name]

By: [Cleaner Signature]

[Cleaner Printed Name]