Pennsylvania maintenance technician employment contract template

Pennsylvania Maintenance Technician Employment Contract

This Full-Time Maintenance Technician Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Employer Full Legal Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and [Employee Full Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

1. Employment

• Option A: Employer hereby employs Employee as a Full-Time Maintenance Technician, and Employee hereby accepts such employment.
• Option B: Employer intends to employ Employee as a Full-Time Maintenance Technician contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
• Option C: The initial contract period shall be for [Number] months/years, commencing on [Start Date], subject to renewal or extension by mutual agreement.

2. Job Title and Duties

• The Employee’s job title is Full-Time Maintenance Technician. Employee shall perform the following duties, as assigned by Employer:
• Preventive and corrective maintenance on building systems and equipment.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair.
• HVAC system upkeep, including filter changes, coil cleaning, and minor repairs.
• Plumbing repairs, including fixing leaks, unclogging drains, and replacing fixtures.
• Minor construction and carpentry work.
• Compliance with equipment manuals and manufacturer guidelines.
• Use of diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Emergency repairs, as needed.
• Safety inspections and hazard assessments.
• Record-keeping of maintenance logs and work orders.
• Reporting of hazards and unsafe conditions.
• Compliance with facility-specific operational standards.
• [Add Specific Duties relevant to the role, location, and industry]

3. Qualifications and Certifications

• Option A: Employee represents and warrants that they possess the following qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• [Number] years of experience in property, facility, or industrial maintenance.
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License.
• Ability to lift [Number] lbs.
• Option B: Employee must possess the following certifications:
• [Electrical Certification (e.g., Journeyman License)]
• [HVAC Certification (e.g., EPA 608 Certification)]
• [Refrigeration Certification (if applicable)]
• Option C: Employee is/is not a member of a trade union (specify union name, if applicable: [Union Name]).

4. Work Location

• The Employee's primary work location will be at [Facility Address] in [City], Pennsylvania. The Employer may require the Employee to work at other locations within [County/Region] as needed.
• The work environment is primarily:
• Option A: Commercial
• Option B: Industrial
• Option C: Healthcare
• Option D: Educational
• Option E: Multi-Residential
• Option F: [Specify Other]

5. Full-Time Status and Schedule

• Employee is a full-time employee and is expected to work approximately [Number] hours per week.
• Option A: The regular work schedule is [Days of the week], from [Start Time] to [End Time].
• Option B: Employee may be required to work shift work, on-call rotations, weekends, and holidays.
• Option C: Employee will report to [Supervisor Name and Title].
• Employee is required to attend safety briefings and technical trainings as scheduled by the Employer.

6. Tools and Equipment

• Option A: Employer will provide all necessary tools and equipment for the Employee to perform their duties.
• Option B: Employee is responsible for providing their own [List of Tools]. Employer will reimburse Employee up to [Dollar Amount] for these tools, subject to Employer's policies.
• Employer will provide all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• The job may require the Employee to perform physical tasks such as lifting, climbing, and exposure to hazardous materials.

7. Compensation and Overtime

• Option A: Employee shall be paid an hourly wage of [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option B: Employee shall be paid an annual salary of [Dollar Amount], payable in [Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly] installments.
• Employee will be paid in accordance with Pennsylvania wage and hour laws, including the Pennsylvania Minimum Wage Act.
• Overtime will be paid at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times the Employee’s regular rate of pay for all hours worked over forty (40) in a workweek.
• Option A: Employee will be paid for on-call time at a rate of [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option B: Employee will receive a shift differential of [Dollar Amount] per hour for working [Specify Shift].
• Pay frequency is [Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly]. Method of payment is [Method, e.g., direct deposit].
• Employee may be eligible for merit increases, skill bonuses, hazard pay, tool reimbursement, or longevity incentives, subject to Employer's policies and performance.

8. Benefits

• Employee is eligible for the following benefits, subject to Employer's eligibility requirements and plan documents:
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement or pension plan
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave ([Specify compliance with Philadelphia/Pittsburgh paid leave ordinances, if applicable])
• Pennsylvania-recognized holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Short-term disability
• Workers’ compensation insurance
• Training allowances
• Licensure reimbursement
• Option A: Uniform/laundry allowance of [Dollar Amount] per [Frequency].
• Option B: Travel stipend of [Dollar Amount] per [Frequency].

9. Safety Policy

• Employee shall adhere to all Employer safety policies and procedures, which are in compliance with Pennsylvania OSHA requirements.
• These policies include, but are not limited to: lockout/tagout procedures, chemical handling protocols, fall protection measures, machine guarding requirements, and infectious disease response protocols.
• Employee is expected to report any unsafe conditions or practices to their supervisor immediately.
• Employee shall cooperate in accident investigations.

10. Confidentiality

Employee shall maintain the confidentiality of all facility information, security codes, building access methods, proprietary maintenance procedures, and tenant or client data.

11. Company Property

Employee shall use, care for, and return all company-provided tools, keys, access cards, electronic devices, and PPE upon termination of employment.

12. Professionalism and Conduct

• Employee shall maintain a professional demeanor at all times and adhere to Employer's code of conduct.
• Employee shall submit daily logs, hazard reports, and inventory requests as required.
• Employee shall comply with Employer's anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies, which are in accordance with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA).
• Employee shall comply with Employer's policies on drug/alcohol use and background checks, including criminal history and child abuse clearances if required by facility type.

13. Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation

• Employee acknowledges that Pennsylvania law may restrict the use of non-compete agreements for maintenance staff.
• Option A: Employee agrees not to solicit Employer's employees or clients for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.
• Option B: Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of Employer's trade secrets and proprietary information indefinitely.

14. Termination

• Unless otherwise specified, this is an at-will employment relationship, meaning that either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, subject to applicable Pennsylvania law.
• Option A: Employer may terminate Employee for cause, including but not limited to: violation of company policy, insubordination, poor performance, or misconduct.
• Option B: Employee may resign by providing [Number] days written notice to Employer.
• Option C: Job abandonment will be considered a voluntary resignation.
• Option D: Employee understands that reduction in force or layoff is possible under business conditions.
• Upon termination, Employee shall receive their final paycheck on the next scheduled payday, in accordance with Pennsylvania law. Employee shall return all Employer property upon termination.

15. Unemployment Compensation

Employee is eligible for unemployment compensation benefits in accordance with Pennsylvania law, should they become eligible following termination of employment.

16. Dispute Resolution

The parties agree to attempt to resolve any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement through good faith negotiation. If negotiation is unsuccessful, the parties may agree to mediation or arbitration. Any mediation or arbitration shall be governed by Pennsylvania law and the venue for any such proceeding shall be in [County Name] County, Pennsylvania.

17. Union Agreement

• Option A: This employment is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the Employer and [Union Name], effective [Effective Date].
• Option B: This employment is not subject to a collective bargaining agreement.
• Option C: Employee understands they will be working on a public project subject to Pennsylvania prevailing wage requirements.

18. Employee Obligations

• Employee shall maintain up-to-date certifications as required by their position and relevant regulations.
• Employee shall comply with all applicable facility and legal maintenance codes, including local building and fire codes as enforced by Pennsylvania authorities.
• Employee shall participate in employer-mandated training.
• Employee shall report any compliance violations to their supervisor immediately.

19. Modification of Duties

Employer reserves the right to modify or supplement the Employee's job duties or assignments due to operational or regulatory changes.

20. Workers’ Compensation

Employer provides workers’ compensation insurance in accordance with Pennsylvania law. Employee is entitled to benefits if injured on the job. Information on filing a claim is posted at [Location of Posting].

21. Employee Rights

Employee has rights under applicable federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to wage laws, anti-discrimination laws, whistleblower laws, and workplace safety laws.

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

[Employer Full Legal Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

[Employee Full Legal Name]

Signature: ____________________________

Date: [Date]