Nebraska maintenance technician employment contract template

Nebraska Maintenance Technician Employment Contract

This Nebraska Maintenance Technician Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and effective as of [Date], by and between [Employer Legal Name], a [State] [Entity Type] with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and [Employee Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

1. Employment

• The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a Maintenance Technician, and the Employee hereby accepts such employment, upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
  • Option A: Full-time employment.
  • Option B: Part-time employment (specify hours per week: [Number]).

2. Job Title and Responsibilities

• The Employee's job title is Maintenance Technician. The Employee shall perform the following duties, and any other duties as may be assigned by the Employer from time to time:
  • Preventive maintenance on facility systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and safety systems.
  • Troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of facility systems.
  • Conducting routine inspections and documenting results in maintenance logs and records.
  • Responding to urgent maintenance requests.
  • Calibrating equipment.
  • Performing safety checks and ensuring compliance with OSHA and Nebraska state workplace safety standards.
  • Handling and disposing of hazardous materials in compliance with Nebraska environmental laws.
  • Using specialized maintenance tools and equipment.
  • Collaborating with facility management, external vendors, and other staff.

3. Qualifications and Licenses

• The Employee represents and warrants that they possess the following qualifications and licenses:
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • [Number] years of relevant experience in maintenance.
  • Technical training or certification in [Specific Trade, e.g., HVAC, Electrical].
  • Option A: Nebraska Journeyman or Master License in [Specific Trade].
  • Option B: Valid Driver's License.

4. Reporting and Supervision

• The Employee shall report directly to [Supervisor Title].
  • Option A: The Employee will not supervise any other employees.
  • Option B: The Employee will supervise the following employees: [List of Employees].
• In case of emergencies, the chain of command is as follows: 1. [Supervisor Name], 2. [Manager Name], 3. [Director Name].

5. Work Location and Travel

• The Employee's primary work location will be [Address of Work Location], Nebraska.
  • Option A: The Employee may be required to travel to other locations within Nebraska.
  • Option B: The Employee will not be required to travel.
• If travel is required:
  • Option A: The Employer will provide a company vehicle.
  • Option B: The Employee will be reimbursed for mileage at the rate of [Dollar Amount] per mile.

6. Work Hours and Overtime

• The Employee's standard work hours are [Number] hours per week.
  • Option A: The Employee's work schedule is [Days of the Week], from [Start Time] to [End Time].
  • Option B: The Employee may be required to work different shifts as needed.
• Overtime will be compensated at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times the Employee's regular hourly rate for all hours worked over forty (40) in a workweek, as required by Nebraska and federal law.
  • Option A: Overtime must be approved in advance by [Supervisor Title]. Requests must be submitted using [Overtime Request Form/System].
  • Option B: Overtime is mandatory when necessary to complete critical repairs or respond to emergencies.

7. Meal and Rest Breaks

• The Employer will provide the following meal and rest breaks:
  • Option A: One (1) thirty-minute unpaid meal break per eight-hour shift.
  • Option B: Two (2) fifteen-minute paid rest breaks per eight-hour shift.
• In the event of an emergency repair, break schedules may be adjusted as necessary.

8. Compensation

• The Employee will be compensated at an hourly rate of [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• The Employee will be paid [Weekly/Bi-weekly/Monthly] via [Direct Deposit/Check].
• All wage deductions will comply with Nebraska law.

9. Additional Compensation

• Option A: The Employee will receive a shift differential of [Dollar Amount] per hour for working [Specific Shift].
• Option B: The Employee will receive call-back pay of [Dollar Amount] for each emergency repair call after hours.
• Option C: The Employee will receive an on-call stipend of [Dollar Amount] per week for being on call.
• Option D: The Employee will receive a performance bonus of [Dollar Amount] based on [Performance Metrics].
• Option E: The Employee will receive a tool allowance of [Dollar Amount] per [Time Period].
• Option F: The Employee will receive a uniform allowance of [Dollar Amount] per [Time Period].
• The Employee will be reimbursed for all reasonable and necessary costs incurred during the performance of their duties, in accordance with Employer's reimbursement policy.

10. Benefits

• The Employee will be eligible for the following benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the Employer's benefit plans:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Workers’ compensation insurance (as required by Nebraska law).
  • Unemployment insurance coverage.
  • Paid time off (including vacation, sick leave, and bereavement leave) - [Number] days vacation, [Number] days sick leave, [Number] days bereavement leave.
  • [Number] paid holidays per year.
  • Disability benefits.
  • Retirement or 401(k) options.
  • Employer's training and certification reimbursement policy for technical skills: [Details of Policy].
  • Option A: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Option B: Wellness program.

11. Safety

• The Employee shall comply with all company safety protocols and procedures, including the Nebraska Occupational Safety and Health Act (NOSHA).
  • The Employee shall report any hazards or accidents immediately to [Supervisor Title].
  • The Employee shall participate in mandatory safety trainings as required by the Employer.
  • The Employee shall follow lock-out/tagout procedures when performing maintenance on equipment.
  • The Employee shall use all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • The Employee shall report all work-related injuries to [Designated Person] for workers' compensation purposes.

12. Drug and Alcohol Testing

• The Employee may be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including post-accident and random testing, as allowed by Nebraska law and the Employer's policy.
  • The Employer shall maintain the privacy of the Employee's medical records in accordance with applicable laws.
  • The Employee shall report the loss or suspension of any required trade licenses to the Employer immediately.

13. Confidentiality

• The Employee shall maintain the confidentiality of all confidential information, including building security systems, alarm codes, company property, maintenance logs, sensitive information about site vulnerabilities, and tenant information.

14. Conduct Expectations

• The Employee shall conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times, including when interacting with customers and tenants.
  • The Employee shall properly use and return all assigned tools and equipment.
  • The Employee shall follow the Employer's vehicle use policy.
  • The Employee shall maintain cleanliness and properly dispose of debris/materials in accordance with Nebraska and local regulations.
  • The Employee shall report any incidents involving property damage to [Supervisor Title].

15. Prohibited Activities

• The Employee shall not engage in any unauthorized personal work using Employer resources.
  • The Employee shall not engage in any outside employment that conflicts with their duties to the Employer.
  • The Employee shall not solicit side jobs from the Employer's clients.
  • The Employee’s moonlighting activities, if any, must not interfere with their job duties and obligations to the employer as per Nebraska laws.

16. Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment

• The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under Nebraska or federal law. The Employee is required to abide by all company non-discrimination policies.

17. Intellectual Property

• Any inventions, process improvements, designs, or documentation created by the Employee during their employment shall be the property of the Employer. The employee shall handle and retain company manuals and proprietary repair methodologies per the company’s instructions.

18. Probationary Period

• The Employee's employment shall be subject to a probationary period of [Number] days.
  • The Employee's performance will be evaluated during the probationary period.
  • The Employer has the right to reassign the Employee to other Nebraska job sites and modify the Employee's duties within the Employee's skills/training.

19. Leave Requests

• The Employee shall submit requests for leave, shift swaps, or additional training to [Supervisor Title] in accordance with the Employer's policies.

20. At-Will Employment

• The Employee's employment is at-will, meaning that either the Employee or the Employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, subject to Nebraska law.
  • Option A: The Employee is encouraged to provide [Number] weeks' notice of resignation.
  • Option B: The Employer may terminate the Employee's employment for poor performance, gross misconduct, safety violations, or loss of required license.

21. Termination Procedures

• Upon termination of employment, the Employee shall receive their final pay in accordance with Nebraska law.
  • The Employee shall return all company property, including keys, badges, tools, and equipment, to the Employer.

22. Dispute Resolution

• The parties shall attempt to resolve any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement through internal complaint resolution procedures.
  • Option A: If internal resolution fails, the parties agree to attempt mediation before resorting to litigation.
  • Option B: Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be settled by arbitration in [City], Nebraska, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. (Note: Mandatory arbitration must be voluntary and compliant with Nebraska law).
  • This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Nebraska.

23. Compliance with Laws

• The Employer and Employee shall comply with all applicable Nebraska and federal employment laws, including the Nebraska Wage Payment and Collection Act and the Nebraska Fair Employment Practice Act.

24. Workplace Safety Monitoring

• The Employee acknowledges that the Employer may use workplace safety monitoring measures, such as video surveillance of maintenance areas, key card logs, and GPS tracking of service vehicles. The Employer must obtain employee consent if required under Nebraska law.

25. Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation

• Option A: The Employee agrees not to compete with the Employer or solicit the Employer's customers for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment within a [Number] mile radius of the Employer's business location. (Note: Non-compete and non-solicitation agreements are strictly scrutinized under Nebraska law).
• Option B: There is no non-compete or non-solicitation agreement.

26. Contract Review and Updates

• This Agreement shall be reviewed and updated periodically by the Employer.

27. Acknowledgment

• The Employee acknowledges that they have received and understand Nebraska's employee rights postings and required notices.

28. Union Membership

• Option A: This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with [Union Name]. The terms of the collective bargaining agreement shall govern the Employee's employment.
• Option B: This position is not covered by a collective bargaining 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]

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[Employee Legal Name]