West Virginia cleaner employment contract template

West Virginia Full-Time Cleaner Employment Contract

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

1. Job Title and Description

Job Title: Full-Time Cleaner

Job Description: Employee will perform cleaning services, including but not limited to:

• Sweeping and mopping floors
• Vacuuming carpets and rugs
• Dusting surfaces
• Disinfecting surfaces
• Restroom cleaning and sanitization
• Trash removal
• Floor care (waxing, buffing, carpet cleaning – Option A: if applicable)
• Window and glass cleaning
• Supply restocking
• Use, maintenance, and storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment

Work Environment:

• Option A: Commercial
• Option B: Residential
• Option C: Healthcare
• Option D: Industrial

Location(s): [Specific Work Locations/Sites]

Reporting Structure: Employee will report to [Supervisor Name].

2. Work Schedule and Hours

Full-Time Employment: This is a full-time position.

Standard Hours:

• Option A: [Number] hours per week, typically between [Start Time] and [End Time], [Days of the Week].
• Option B: Variable hours, not less than [Minimum Number] and not exceeding [Maximum Number] hours per week.

Shift Schedule: [Specific Shift Schedule, e.g., rotating shifts, fixed shifts]

Breaks: Employee is entitled to meal and rest breaks as required by West Virginia law.

Timekeeping: Employee must accurately record clock-in and clock-out times using [Timekeeping Method].

3. Compensation

Hourly Wage:

• Option A: Employee will be paid at an hourly rate of [Hourly Wage], which meets or exceeds the current West Virginia minimum wage.
• Option B: Employee will be paid a salary of [Salary Amount] per [Pay Period].

Overtime: Employee will be paid one and one-half (1.5) times their regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as required by West Virginia and federal law. Overtime work requires prior approval from [Supervisor Name].

Pay Frequency: Employee will be paid [Weekly/Bi-Weekly/Monthly].

Method of Payment: Employee will be paid via [Direct Deposit/Check].

Wage Statements: Employee will receive wage statements as required by West Virginia law.

Withholdings: All applicable federal, state, and local taxes will be withheld from Employee's wages.

Deductions:

• Option A: Uniform costs: [Employer/Employee] responsibility. If employee, deduction complies with WV law.
• Option B: Cleaning supply costs: [Employer/Employee] responsibility. If employee, deduction complies with WV law.

4. Benefits

Health Insurance:

• Option A: Employer offers health insurance benefits to eligible employees after [Number] days of employment. Details are provided in the employee benefits summary.
• Option B: Employer does not currently offer health insurance benefits.

Paid Time Off (PTO):

• Vacation: Employee accrues vacation time at a rate of [Accrual Rate].
• Sick Leave: Employee accrues sick leave time at a rate of [Accrual Rate].

Holiday Pay: Employee is eligible for paid holiday pay for the following holidays: [List of Holidays].

Personal Time: Employee is eligible for [Number] personal days per year.

Unpaid Leave: Unpaid leave may be granted in accordance with Employer policy and applicable law.

Workers' Compensation: Employee is covered by Employer's workers' compensation insurance as required by West Virginia law.

5. Additional Perks

Uniform Allowance:

• Option A: Employee will receive a uniform allowance of [Dollar Amount] per [Time Period].
• Option B: Uniforms are provided by the Employer.

Transportation Reimbursement: [Details regarding reimbursement for work-related travel between sites, if any]

Equipment: Employer will provide all necessary cleaning equipment.

Training: Employer will provide training on workplace safety and hazardous material handling.

6. Occupational Safety

Compliance: Employer will comply with all applicable West Virginia OSHA standards.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Employer will provide necessary PPE, including [List of PPE, e.g., gloves, masks, non-slip footwear].

Reporting: Employee must immediately report any hazards, accidents, or injuries to [Supervisor Name].

Safety Training: Employee is required to participate in mandatory safety training, including [List of Training Topics, e.g., handling cleaning chemicals, bloodborne pathogens].

Drug-Free Workplace: Employee is prohibited from using or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol while on the job.

Health Screenings:

• Option A: Health screenings, vaccines, or TB testing are required [Frequency/Circumstances].
• Option B: No health screenings, vaccines, or TB testing are required.

7. Confidentiality and Conduct

Confidentiality: Employee must maintain the confidentiality of any personal, sensitive, or proprietary information encountered during the course of employment.

Respect for Property: Employee must respect Employer and client property.

Professional Conduct: Employee must adhere to all Employer policies regarding personal conduct, including anti-discrimination and anti-harassment standards, consistent with West Virginia and federal law.

Prohibited Conduct: Theft, workplace harassment, and bullying are strictly prohibited.

8. Background Checks and Employment Status

Background Checks:

• Option A: Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.
• Option B: No background check is required.

Reference Checks:

• Option A: Employment is contingent upon satisfactory reference checks.
• Option B: No reference checks are required.

Drug Screening:

• Option A: Employment is contingent upon passing a drug screening.
• Option B: No drug screening is required.

At-Will Employment: This is an at-will employment relationship, meaning that either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, except as otherwise provided by law.

9. Termination

Resignation: Employee must provide [Number] days' written notice of resignation.

Employer-Initiated Termination: Employer may terminate employment for cause, including but not limited to violation of company policy, insubordination, or unsatisfactory performance.

Final Paycheck: Employee will receive their final paycheck, including any accrued but unused vacation time as required by West Virginia law, within the timeframe required by the West Virginia Wage Payment and Collection Act.

Return of Property: Upon termination, Employee must return all Employer property.

10. Uniforms

Uniforms:

• Option A: Employer will provide uniforms. Employee is responsible for laundering.
• Option B: Employee is responsible for providing their own work attire.

Reimbursement:

• Option A: Employer will reimburse Employee for the purchase of work attire up to [Dollar Amount] per [Time Period].
• Option B: No reimbursement is provided.

11. Dispute Resolution

Internal Complaint Handling: Employee should first attempt to resolve any disputes through internal complaint handling procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of West Virginia.

Jurisdiction: Any legal action arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in [County Name] County, West Virginia.

12. Statutory Compliance

Compliance: Employer will comply with all applicable federal and West Virginia laws and regulations regarding labor, health and safety, and wage payment, including fair labor standards and workers' compensation.

13. Miscellaneous

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

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.

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

Assignment: This Agreement may not be assigned or transferred by either party without the prior written consent of the other party.

14. Employee Acknowledgments

Employee acknowledges receipt and understanding of the following:

• Drug/Alcohol Policy
• Safety Rules
• Employee Handbook (if applicable)
• This Employment Contract

15. Vulnerable Populations (If Applicable)

If the role involves working near vulnerable populations, the Employee agrees to a background check, child/elder abuse registry clearances, and duty to report suspected abuse or neglect as required by West Virginia law.

16. Driving (If Applicable)

If driving is part of the Employee's duties, the Employee must maintain a valid driver's license, a safe driving record, and vehicle insurance.

17. Reasonable Accommodation

The Employer will provide reasonable accommodation for disability in line with ADA and West Virginia Human Rights Act. The employee should inform the employer if such accommodation is needed.

18. Non-Solicitation

• Option A: During and for [Number] months following the termination of employment, Employee agrees not to solicit Employer’s clients or employees.
• Option B: No non-solicitation agreement required.

[Employer Legal Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

Date: [Date]

[Employee Legal Name]

Signature: ____________________________

Date: [Date]