Residential Property Employee Employment Contract

What a good one includes

• A detailed scope of work that explicitly defines daily tasks, routine maintenance schedules, and emergency response expectations.
• A clear housing addendum specifying the terms of on-site residency, utility responsibilities, and the exact timeline for vacating the premises upon termination.
• A precise breakdown of hourly wages or salary, overtime policies, and how on-site housing values credit against minimum wage requirements.
• Specific clauses outlining the landlord's right of entry into the employee’s on-site housing unit for inspections or repairs.
• A behavior and property conduct policy detailing guest privileges, quiet hours, and the prohibition of unauthorized business operations on the premises.
• Clear termination procedures, including how notice must be given and the immediate revocation of master keys and security codes.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Failing to separate the employment relationship from tenancy laws, which can make it incredibly difficult to evict a terminated employee who refuses to leave the property.
• Forgetting to track and log on-call hours for emergency maintenance, leading to severe penalties for unpaid overtime under local labor laws.
• Neglecting to specify who pays for utilities, internet, and property maintenance tools, causing financial friction down the road.
• Using a generic office employment template that completely omits the unique liabilities, physical demands, and housing arrangements inherent to property management.

Frequently asked questions