PROBATIONARY WORKERS Sample Clauses
The 'Probationary Workers' clause defines the terms and conditions that apply to employees during their initial period of employment, commonly known as the probationary period. Typically, this clause outlines the duration of probation, the performance expectations, and the process for evaluating whether the employee will be confirmed in their role or have their employment terminated. For example, it may specify that a new hire is subject to a three-month probation, during which their work is closely monitored and feedback is provided. The core practical function of this clause is to give employers a structured timeframe to assess a new employee's suitability for the position before making a long-term commitment, thereby reducing the risk of unsuitable hires.
PROBATIONARY WORKERS. 7A.01 Employers may, at the discretion of the union, hire probationary workers.
a) The category of probationary worker shall apply to new entrants of the trade and also to persons recruited from the non-union sector and whose skill level is yet to be determined. A probationary worker must have worked a minimum of one thousand (1000) hours in the Carpentry trade.
b) In order to be competitive the parties agree that a probationary worker under this agreement shall not be paid either the health & welfare payments or pension fund payments normally established for work under this collective agreement. In addition, no contributions as mandated to a variety of Industry Improvement Funds or Training Funds or Union Funds under this agreement shall be paid on behalf of hours worked for probationary workers.
c) The minimum rate for a probationary worker shall be the applicable minimum hourly rate as paid to an apprentice working under Schedule B of this agreement. In addition, the probationary employee shall be entitled to a four percent (4%) vacation allowance. Alternatively, if a higher hourly rate can be agreed between the employer and the employee, than that rate shall apply.
d) A probationary employee must be assessed by an employer four weeks after the date of initial hiring or after a maximum of one hundred and sixty (160) hours worked, whichever comes later. Such employee must then make application for union membership or be dismissed from employment immediately following the assessment.
PROBATIONARY WORKERS. Bricklayers Local 1 and employers agree to establish a Training Program in the Bricklayer/Masonry Trade. Therefore, the Union and the employer (employers) agree to start a Probationary Worker Designation. The purpose of this Designation is to attract and acquire young workers into the Bricklayer/Masonry Trade and to ensure that the Trainees become competent and qualified in the appropriate basic skills before they are indentured through the Apprenticeship Program.
PROBATIONARY WORKERS. 7A.01 Employers may, at the discretion of the union, hire probationary workers.
a) The category of probationary worker shall apply to new entrants of the trade and also to persons recruited from the non-union sector and whose skill level is yet to be determined.
b) In order to be competitive the parties agree that a probationary worker under this agreement shall not be paid either the health & welfare payments or pension fund payments normally established for work under this collective agreement. In addition, no contributions as mandated to a variety of Industry Improvement Funds or Training Funds or Union Funds under this agreement shall be paid on behalf of hours worked for probationary workers.
c) The minimum rate for a probationary worker shall be the applicable minimum hourly rate as paid to an apprentice working under Schedule B of this agreement. In addition, the probationary employee shall be entitled to a four percent (4%) vacation allowance. Alternatively, if a higher hourly rate can be agreed between the employer and the employee, than that rate shall apply.
d) A probationary employee must be assessed by an employer no later than between two and four weeks after the date of initial hiring. Such employee must then make application for union membership or be dismissed from employment immediately following the assessment.
PROBATIONARY WORKERS. 10.01 (a) A worker will have no seniority and shall be considered on probation until he has worked a total of sixty (60) shifts in a continuous twelve-month period. It is expressly understood by both parties that during the probationary period a worker is employed on a trial basis and may be disciplined or discharged at the sole discretion of the Employer.
PROBATIONARY WORKERS. A performance evaluation shall be communicated monthly both verbally and in writing as per Article 3. All evaluations during probationary period are at the Employer’s discretion. Probationary worker’s evaluations are not subject to the appeal procedure in this Article or in the grievance procedure in Article 7.
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