Employer pays for FLSA Violations against Janitors
In a settlement with the DOL's Wage and Hour Division, Soji Services Inc., dba Metro Clean Commercial Building Services, owed back wages to more than 250 janitors after a DOL investigation. The violations included not paying for all hours worked, paying less than the federal minimum wage ($7.25 per hour) and calculating overtime pay at the straight-time rate instead of time and a half. Metro Clean also failed to maintain accurate time and attendance records. This employer provides services to a wide variety of commercial clients, including buildings, banks, hotels and the Houston Independent School District.
“The resolution of this case should send a clear message to other employers who may be tempted to skirt the law—the department will continue to pursue violations in this industry vigorously,” said Cynthia Watson, the WHD regional administrator. “Companies contracting for these types of services should be aware of a contractor's labor compliance history when selecting their service providers. Whether it's the people landscaping your property, providing security services or cleaning your building, we all have a responsibility to ensure that an honest day's work receives an honest day's pay.”
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