South Carolina janitor employment contract template

South Carolina Full-Time Janitor Employment Contract

This South Carolina Full-Time Janitor Employment Contract ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of this [Date] day of [Month], [Year], by and between:

• [Employer Name], a [State of Incorporation] [Entity Type], with a principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and
• [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Position and Job Duties

• The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a Janitor.
• The Employee's job duties shall include, but are not limited to:
  • Daily cleaning of designated areas.
  • Trash removal and proper disposal.
  • Restocking of supplies (e.g., paper towels, soap).
  • Floor care and maintenance (e.g., sweeping, mopping, waxing).
  • Restroom sanitation.
  • Window cleaning.
  • Safe handling and storage of cleaning products.
  • Minor repairs (e.g., replacing light bulbs).
  • Basic groundskeeping (if applicable).
  • Adherence to safety and sanitation standards required by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC).
  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as mandated.

2. Worksite Location

• Option A: The Employee's primary worksite will be located at [Worksite Address].
• Option B: The Employee may be required to work at multiple worksites located throughout [Specific Region of South Carolina, e.g., Charleston County]. The Employee will be provided with reasonable notice of any changes in worksite location.

3. Employment Status

• The Employee is employed as a full-time employee, which is defined as working [Number] hours per week.
• Option A: The Employee's standard work schedule will be [Days of the Week], from [Start Time] to [End Time], with a [Number] minute unpaid meal break and [Number] minute paid rest breaks.
• Option B: The Employee's work schedule may vary depending on the Employer's needs, but the Employee will be provided with reasonable notice of any changes.
• Overtime: The Employee will be paid overtime at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times their regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as required by the Fair Labor Standards Act and applicable South Carolina law.

4. Compensation

• Option A: The Employee will be paid an hourly rate of [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option B: The Employee will be paid a salary of [Dollar Amount] per [Pay Period, e.g., week, bi-week].
• The Employee will be paid [Frequency of Pay, e.g., weekly, bi-weekly] via [Method of Payment, e.g., direct deposit, check]. Pay will be made in compliance with the South Carolina Payment of Wages Act.

5. Benefits

• The Employee is eligible for the following benefits:
  • Health Insurance: [Details of Health Insurance Plan, including eligibility requirements].
  • Dental Insurance: [Details of Dental Insurance Plan, including eligibility requirements].
  • Vision Insurance: [Details of Vision Insurance Plan, including eligibility requirements].
  • Short-Term Disability: [Details of Short-Term Disability Plan, including eligibility requirements].
  • Workers’ Compensation: The Employee is covered by Workers’ Compensation insurance as required by the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act.
  • Paid Sick Leave: [Number] days of paid sick leave per [Year/Pay Period, etc.].
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): [Number] days of PTO per [Year].
  • Holiday Pay: The Employee will be paid for the following holidays: [List of Holidays].
  • Uniform and Equipment Allowance: [Details of Allowance, e.g., Employer provides uniforms, or allowance of $X per month for uniforms].
  • Training: The Employer will provide training on proper janitorial chemicals and OSHA-compliant usage.
  • Option A: Retirement Plan: The Employee is eligible to participate in the Employer's [Type of Retirement Plan, e.g., 401(k)] plan after [Number] months of employment.
  • Option B: No retirement plan is offered.

6. Background Checks and Screenings

• Option A: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Option B: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screening.
• Option C: If the Employee will be working in a school or healthcare setting, employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, drug screening, and TB screening.

7. Supervision and Training

• The Employee will report to [Supervisor Name], [Supervisor Title].
• The Employee is required to participate in periodic training in hazardous materials handling, bloodborne pathogen protocols (if relevant), and updates in state/local health and safety rules.

8. Incident Reporting

• The Employee is required to promptly report any incidents, accidents, workplace injuries, unsafe conditions, or equipment malfunctions to [Contact Person and Title]. The Employee must comply with OSHA and South Carolina workplace safety laws.

9. Employer Provided Items

• The Employer will provide all mandatory safety training, PPE, cleaning supplies, and equipment necessary for the Employee to perform their job duties, including specific instruction aligned with SC DHEC and OSHA guidelines.

10. Confidentiality and Privacy

• The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all client premises, key codes, access cards, and sensitive client or building information.

11. Use of Property

• The Employee is strictly prohibited from the personal use or removal of any Employer or client property. Off-site use of janitorial equipment or chemicals is prohibited without express written permission.

12. Behavioral Expectations

• The Employee is expected to comply with all building, Employer, and relevant state rules, maintain professional conduct, and adhere to the Employer's anti-discrimination and harassment prevention policies, which comply with applicable SC Human Affairs Law and Title VII protections. The Employee must adhere to the dress code/uniform policy.

13. Key Control and Security

• The Employee is responsible for the proper control and use of keys and access cards, adherence to alarm protocols, and compliance with building-specific emergency procedures.

14. School/Government Facility Compliance (If Applicable)

• If the Employee will be working in a school or government facility, the Employee must comply with South Carolina's requirements regarding background checks, child safety, and reporting suspected abuse or unsafe situations.

15. At-Will Employment

• The Employee's employment is "at-will," meaning that either the Employer or the Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, subject to applicable South Carolina law.

16. Termination

• The employment relationship may be terminated under the following circumstances:
  • Voluntary resignation by the Employee.
  • Employer-initiated dismissal, with or without cause, subject to South Carolina law.
  • Misconduct by the Employee.
  • Layoffs due to business necessity.
• Option A: Upon termination, the Employee is expected to provide [Number] days' written notice.
• Option B: No specific notice period is required.

17. Final Wage Payment and Equipment Return

• Upon termination, the Employee will receive their final wage payment in compliance with the South Carolina Payment of Wages Act. The Employee must return all Employer-owned equipment, keys, and access cards.

18. Complaint Resolution

• The Employer has established procedures for handling customer complaints or performance issues, including the right to written documentation and a meeting with management.

19. Non-Retaliation

• The Employer will not retaliate against the Employee for reporting safety or legal concerns, in accordance with state and federal whistleblower protections.

20. Dispute Resolution

• Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be resolved as follows:
  • First, through informal resolution between the parties.
  • If informal resolution is unsuccessful, the parties agree to attempt mediation in [City, South Carolina].
  • If mediation is unsuccessful, the parties agree that South Carolina law will govern and venue shall be in [City, South Carolina].

21. Local Ordinances

• The Employee shall comply with all applicable local county and municipal ordinances relevant to janitorial work.

22. Union Membership (If Applicable)

• Option A: This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with [Union Name].
• Option B: This is not a unionized position.

23. Employee Rights Acknowledgment

• The Employee acknowledges their right to review all employment documents, access pay stubs, and receive regular verbal or written performance feedback.

24. Worksite Changes

• The Employer reserves the right to change the Employee's worksite location or duties as reasonably required within South Carolina in response to client needs or operational changes. The Employer will provide reasonable notice to the Employee if the change impacts their commute or work conditions.

25. Severability

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

26. 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.

27. Signatures

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

_______________________________

[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

_______________________________

[Employee Name]

Employee

Acknowledgment: The Employee acknowledges that they have reviewed a summary of South Carolina employment laws or have had the opportunity to ask legal questions regarding their employment rights.