Tennessee cleaner employment contract template

Tennessee Cleaner Employment Contract

This Full-Time Cleaner Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date of Execution], by and between [Employer Name], with a principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Position:

• Option A: Full-Time Cleaner.
• Option B: Part-Time Cleaner. (If selected, adjust hours in section 5 accordingly.)

2. Job Description:

• The Employee shall perform the following duties:
• Daily and weekly cleaning of assigned areas.
• Surface sanitization and disinfection.
• Restroom sanitation and restocking.
• Waste and recycling removal.
• Floor care (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, buffing).
• Window cleaning.
• Supply restocking and inventory reporting.
• Adherence to safety and chemical use protocols (including OSHA-compliant handling of cleaning agents).
• Use and maintenance of cleaning equipment.
• Compliance with health and safety codes specific to Tennessee workplaces.

3. Working Conditions:

• The Employee may be required to:
• Option A: Perform repetitive lifting of up to [Weight] pounds.
• Option B: Work with exposure to cleaning chemicals.
• Option C: Stand for extended periods of time.
• The Employee will adhere to Tennessee-specific occupational health requirements for janitorial work.

4. Reporting Structure and Incident Reporting:

• The Employee will report to:
• Option A: [Direct Supervisor Name], Direct Supervisor.
• Option B: [Shift Lead Name], Shift Lead.
• The Employee shall follow protocol for incident reporting, including on-the-job injuries, accidents, and hazardous material spills, referencing Tennessee workers’ compensation filing procedures and mandatory notice obligations under Tennessee law.

5. Work Location and Travel:

• The primary work location is: [Work Location Address].
• Option A: No travel is required.
• Option B: Travel between sites may be required. Reimbursement for job-related travel will be provided in compliance with Tennessee wage and hour laws at a rate of [Mileage Rate] per mile.

6. Employment Status and Hours:

• Employment status: Full-Time.
• Scheduled weekly hours: [Number of Hours] hours.
• Shift times: [Start Time] to [End Time].
• Option A: No on-call expectations.
• Option B: On-call expectations: [Details of On-Call Requirements].
• The Employee is entitled to mandatory meal and rest breaks in compliance with Tennessee statutes.
• Option A: Holiday/shift premium pay will be provided.
• Option B: No holiday/shift premium pay will be provided.

7. Compensation:

• Hourly wage: [Hourly Wage]. Tennessee adheres to the federal minimum wage unless a local ordinance requires a higher wage.
• Overtime pay will be calculated according to FLSA as adopted by Tennessee Public Chapter 317.
• Wage payments will be made:
• Option A: Bi-weekly via direct deposit.
• Option B: Bi-weekly via check.
• Option A: Bonuses or performance incentives may be offered for efficiency or customer satisfaction. Details will be outlined separately.
• Option B: No bonuses or performance incentives will be offered.

8. Tax Withholdings and Payroll Statement:

• Applicable tax withholdings will be deducted from each paycheck.
• The Employee will receive a payroll statement that meets Tennessee-specific requirements.

9. Benefits:

• Option A: Healthcare offerings (medical, dental, vision) are available after [Number] days of employment.
• Option B: Healthcare offerings are not provided.
• Option A: Employer-provided life insurance is offered.
• Option B: Employer-provided life insurance is not offered.
• Option A: Participation in employer retirement plans is available after [Number] months of employment.
• Option B: No employer retirement plans are offered.
• Eligibility and accrual rates for paid time off, vacation, and sick leave are detailed in the Employee Handbook. Tennessee requires jury duty, military leave, and voting leave.

10. Workers’ Compensation:

The Employer maintains workers’ compensation insurance, consistent with Tennessee statute Title 50, Chapter 6. Coverage terms, claims process, and notice requirements are detailed in the Employee Handbook.

11. Uniforms, Tools, and Equipment:

• Option A: The Employer will provide uniforms, tools, and safety equipment. The Employee is responsible for maintenance.
• Option B: The Employee is responsible for providing their own [List of items], subject to reimbursement as per company policy.
• Uniform return procedures on termination are detailed in the Employee Handbook.
• Policies for safety shoes, personal protective equipment (PPE), compliance with material safety data sheets (MSDS/SDS), and training requirements under Tennessee’s Safety and Health Act (TOSHA) are outlined in the Employee Handbook.

12. Safety Procedures:

The Employee must comply with all employer and site-specific safety procedures, blood-borne pathogen standards (if applicable), requirements for regular health and safety training, and drug/alcohol-free workplace rules as required or customary in Tennessee.

13. Standards of Conduct:

The Employee must adhere to standards of conduct, including professional appearance, appropriate language, respectful interaction with building occupants or clients, security protocols (including logs or badge access), restrictions on use of cleaning areas, and procedures for lost/found property.

14. Anti-Discrimination and Harassment:

The Employer maintains anti-discrimination, equal employment opportunity, and anti-harassment policies with explicit citation of protected classes under Title VII, ADA, ADEA, state protected classifications, and Tennessee’s Pregnancy Worker Fairness Act and CROWN Act provisions.

15. Workplace Investigations:

The Employee is required to report and participate in workplace investigations of harassment, accident, or property damage. The company's complaint procedures are tailored to Tennessee law and outlined in the Employee Handbook.

16. Confidentiality:

The Employee must maintain confidentiality regarding client or employer property, handling of sensitive materials, and non-disclosure of site-specific access information.

17. Intellectual Property:

Any intellectual property provisions are limited to cleaner instruction materials, training protocol development, or process improvements, with clear limits appropriate for this job function.

18. Data Privacy:

Data privacy provisions related to the use of surveillance systems and security camera policy are detailed in the Employee Handbook, including consent language if the Employee is subject to monitoring onsite per Tennessee law.

19. Background Checks and Drug Testing:

The Employee is subject to background checks and drug testing, ensuring compliance with Tennessee law on pre-employment screening, consent, and adverse action notice requirements. For cleaners working at locations requiring government clearance or school facilities, additional federal background requirements and Tennessee-specific criminal background and registry checks may apply.

20. Discipline and Grievance:

The Employer maintains discipline and grievance procedures adapted to typical cleaner work environments, including progressive discipline, immediate termination for serious misconduct, and fair hearing rights under Tennessee standards, as detailed in the Employee Handbook.

21. Termination:

The employment is at-will, according to Tennessee’s at-will doctrine. Termination processes, required notice periods (if any), final wage payment timing, PTO payout rules, and return of employer property are detailed in the Employee Handbook, with explicit reference to Tennessee final paycheck laws and separation notice requirements.

22. Non-Compete, Non-Solicitation, and Non-Disparagement:

• Non-compete provisions are not customary or enforceable for cleaners.
• Option A: Limited non-solicitation and non-disparagement clauses are included in this Agreement, tailored for cleaners, consistent with Tennessee public policy. See Exhibit A.
• Option B: No non-solicitation or non-disparagement clauses are included.

23. Occupational Health and Safety:

The Employer's occupational health and safety policy references Tennessee OSHA compliance for hazard mitigation, chemical exposure, and building safety, as detailed in the Safety Manual.

24. Dispute Resolution:

Disputes will first be addressed through good-faith internal review, then mediation or arbitration in [City, Tennessee], with venue and governing law also stated as Tennessee.

25. Acknowledgment:

The Employee acknowledges receipt of all referenced manuals, employee handbooks, and safety training records as required by Tennessee regulation.

26. Entire Agreement:

This Agreement is the complete and exclusive agreement between the parties, may be adjusted for site-specific protocols, and requires any amendment to be in writing.

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

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[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

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[Employee Name]

Employee Signature