Introductory Period
The first three months or 90 days of employment are considered an introductory period during which time you and the company have an opportunity to evaluate your employment relationship. Your performance during this period is closely evaluated by your manager to determine your potential for continued employment. During the first 90 days of your employment, your manager will spend ample time with you to give you instructions and evaluate your performance as you begin your new job. At the end of the 90 days, your supervisor will meet with you to review your progress and performance.
During your career with ACST, should you transfer to other jobs or departments, you will be under an initial 90 day introductory period to determine suitability in your new position.
Employee Classifications
As a general matter, classifications of your position will dictate requirements and eligibility for compensation and benefits. At ACST, we have the following employee classifications based on schedule and pay status classification.
Schedule
Full-Time Employee
If you are scheduled to work 40 hours per week on a regular basis, you are classified as a full-time employee. Full-time employees are eligible for all company-provided benefits.
3/4-Time Employees
If you are scheduled to work between 30 and 39 hours per week on a regular basis, you are classified as a 3/4-time employee. 3/4-time employees are eligible for all company provided benefits; however, certain company benefits such as vacation, PTO, and holiday paid time off are calculated on a prorated basis.
Part-Time Employees
If you are scheduled to work at least 20, but less than 30 hours per week on a regular basis, you are classified as a part-time employee. Part-time employees are eligible for all mandated Federal and State benefits, and certain company-provided benefits, such as vacation, PTO, and holiday paid time off, which is calculated on a prorated basis. Part-time employees are not eligible for certain other benefits such as health, dental, and life insurance coverage.
Commission-Based Employees
Employees who receive base pay and commissions receive paid time off compensation calculated from base pay only. Eligibility for other company benefits is based on the number of hours the commissioned employee is scheduled on a regular basis.
Limited Part-Time Employees
If you regularly work less than 20 hours per week, you are limited in the company benefits. You may only receive prorated holiday pay and any mandated Federal and State benefits. As a limited part-time employee, you do not qualify for any other company-provided benefits.
Temporary Employees (Full-Time or Part-Time)
If you are hired for specific periods of time or for the completion of specific projects, you are classified as a temporary employee. Assignments, work schedules, and duration of employment are determined on an individual basis.
Typically, a temporary position will not exceed six months of consecutive employment unless extended by company authorization. Summer employees are classified as temporary employees.
The company will comply with all mandated Federal and State benefit programs.