West Virginia janitor employment contract template

West Virginia Janitor Employment Contract

This West Virginia Janitor Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of this [Date], by and between:

Employer: [Company Name], a company organized and existing under the laws of West Virginia, with its registered address at [Company Address], and with a contact person of [Contact Person Name].

Employee: [Employee Full Legal Name], residing at [Employee Residential Address], with contact details: phone number [Phone Number], and email address [Email Address].

1. Position:

Full-time Janitor.

2. Job Responsibilities:

Cleaning and sanitizing assigned interior and exterior areas, restrooms, offices, hallways, and common spaces.

Waste, recycling, and hazardous material removal and disposal per West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection guidance.

Operation and maintenance of cleaning equipment (floor buffers, vacuum cleaners, etc.).

Safe storage and handling of chemical cleaning agents per OSHA and local regulations.

Routine restocking of supplies (soap, paper towels, etc.).

Post-event cleanup or emergency response cleaning duties according to employer-provided procedures.

Reporting maintenance or safety hazards observed during cleaning duties.

Following employer-issued checklists, schedules, and time tracking requirements.

3. Physical Demands:

Lifting weight limits consistent with West Virginia safety regulations ([Weight Limit, e.g., 50 lbs]).

Repetitive motion, extended standing.

Possible shift, night, or weekend work.

4. Supervisory Chain of Command:

Direct Supervisor: [Supervisor Name]

Reporting Line: To [Supervisor Title]

Incident Reporting: Report incidents to [Reporting Procedure].

Training: Participation in safety and skills training.

5. Work Location:

Principal Location: [Work Location Address, West Virginia]

Option A: Multi-site work may be required.

Option B: No multi-site work required.

Option C: Travel to other sites within [Location/County] is required [Frequency].

6. Employment Type and Work Schedule:

Full-time, 40 hours per week.

Shift Schedule: [Shift Schedule, e.g., Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM]

Clock-in/Clock-out Procedures: [Clock-in/Clock-out Method]

Meal and Rest Breaks: In compliance with West Virginia labor law.

7. Compensation:

Hourly Wage: [Hourly Wage] (In accordance with West Virginia minimum wage law).

Pay Period: [Pay Period, e.g., Weekly, Bi-weekly]

Overtime Rate: 1.5 times the regular rate for hours over 40 per week.

Pay Method: [Pay Method, e.g., Direct Deposit, Check]

Shift Differentials: [Shift Differentials, if applicable, e.g., $1.00/hour for night shifts]

8. Benefits:

Workers’ Compensation: Covered under West Virginia law.

Unemployment Insurance: Provided as required by West Virginia law.

Health Insurance:

Option A: Employer-provided health insurance.

Option B: No employer-provided health insurance.

Paid Time Off:

Vacation: [Vacation Time Accrual Rate]

Personal: [Personal Time Allotment]

Sick Leave: [Sick Leave Accrual Rate]

Holidays: [List of West Virginia State and Company-Specific Holidays]

Bereavement Leave: [Bereavement Leave Policy]

Unpaid Leave: Family/Medical leave in accordance with WV Parental Leave Act and FMLA.

9. Safety and Health Standards:

Adherence to West Virginia Department of Labor, OSHA, and local safety protocols.

Usage of employer-issued personal protective equipment (PPE).

Required participation in safety, chemical hazard communication, bloodborne pathogen, and ergonomic training.

Incident/injury reporting procedures.

Access to first-aid.

Exposure to hazardous substances management with SDS reference.

Compliance with all employer- and state-mandated COVID-19 protocols.

10. Background Check, Drug Testing, and Health Screening:

[Specify Requirements for Background Check]

[Specify Requirements for Drug Testing]

[Specify Requirements for Health Screening]

11. Workplace Conduct and Professionalism:

Confidentiality requirements.

Prohibition of theft or misuse of supplies or property.

Uniform and hygiene standards: [Specify Dress Code]

Restrictions on phone use: [Phone Use Policy]

Smoking policies: [Smoking Policy]

Respectful interaction with building occupants, visitors, and co-workers.

12. Keys, Access Cards, and Security Codes:

Use and safeguarding of keys, access cards, and security codes.

Reporting lost or stolen items to [Contact/Procedure].

13. Outside Employment:

Option A: Permitted, no restrictions.

Option B: Secondary employment is restricted to prevent conflict of interest: [Specific Restrictions]

14. Intellectual Property and Confidentiality:

Non-disclosure of building security protocols and client data.

Prohibition on taking photos or removing property from the premises.

15. Training Expectations:

Attendance at all required training sessions.

Familiarization with new products, equipment, and cleaning protocols.

16. Disciplinary Action:

Grounds for disciplinary action: neglect of duties, unsafe conduct, etc.

Progressive discipline policy.

At-will employment disclaimer (except as covered by collective bargaining agreements).

17. Termination:

Voluntary Resignation: [Required Notice Period, e.g., Two weeks] written notice.

Dismissal for Cause: Immediate.

Layoffs: As determined by employer.

Final Pay: Within 72 hours of discharge or next regular payday per West Virginia law.

Return of Property: All employer property must be returned.

Continuation of Benefits: COBRA options.

18. Dispute Resolution:

Complaint/grievance process: [Describe Process]

Choice of Law: West Virginia.

Venue: [Specify County] County, West Virginia.

19. Non-Retaliation:

Prohibition of retaliation for good faith reporting of safety issues or workplace violations.

20. Equal Employment Opportunity:

Commitment to equal opportunity and anti-discrimination in accordance with West Virginia law.

Protected classes include: Race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, blindness, or disability.

21. Workplace Violence Prevention:

Policies and procedures on workplace violence prevention.

Emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place drills.

22. Acknowledgment of Receipt:

Acknowledgment of receipt of employee handbook, safety manual, and cleaning operations protocols.

Compliance with all updates provided during tenure.

23. Collective Bargaining:

Option A: This position is not subject to collective bargaining.

Option B: This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with [Union Name]. In the event of a conflict between this Agreement and the collective bargaining agreement, the terms of the collective bargaining agreement shall govern.

24. Severability and Integration:

All contract terms are severable.

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties.

25. Amendment:

This Agreement may be amended only in writing, signed by both parties.

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

Employer:

[Company Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

Employee:

[Employee Full Legal Name]

[Employee Signature]