Tips and SuggestionsTransportation
We suggest that employers make all of the necessary transportation arrangements with workers in advance. While some workers might be able to get to a job site, most of them do not own a car, limiting their access to different job opportunities. At the same time, we understand it might be difficult for employers to try to arrange a meeting spot with the worker.
In case the worker does not have adequate means of transportation, and in order to help make this process easier, we may recommend a couple of pick-up/drop-off locations in San Rafael and Novato that are easily accessible and may be convenient for workers and employers. We suggest that you consider picking up the worker(s) at any of these locations, or wherever you agree upon, and then return them once the job is finished.
Communication
Some of the workers speak other languages besides English. Most workers speak Spanish. Their English skills may vary. Some speak English well and some are still learning, so please speak slowly and clearly to them.
Work Day
Since most temporary workers do not know if they will have a job that day, they do not tend to carry food or water with them. We suggest you offer them water during the workday. If they work over lunch time, please offer them something to eat too, they will appreciate your support. Also, please show them to a restroom they can use during their work hours.
Please remember to give the worker at least a 30 minute lunch break after 5 hours of work and a 10 minute break after each 4 hours of work as it is required under California Law. Employers are expected to pay the workers directly, immediately following the completion of the job, or as previously arranged by the employer and worker. We recommend daily payment even for jobs that are scheduled to last more than one day.
Equipment
Please provide the worker(s) with any safety equipment (such as hearing protection, gloves, safety goggles and tools) needed for the job.
Wages
We are not an employment agency, so we do not set an hourly wage for Marinhelpers.com matched workers. The actual wage is determined by you and each worker.When determining your hourly wage agreement, please remember that temporary workers tend to have unstable employment, no benefits or health insurance and fewer advancement opportunities. Therefore, temporary workers may request hourly wages equal to or higher than other laborers with permanent work and benefits. As a reference, please note that the Marin County Living Wage (for public contractors and subcontractors) has been set at a minimum of $10.05 per hour with health benefits; or the payment of at least $11.55 per hour if no health benefits are provided.
If you are unsure about how much to pay for a job, here are some resources that can help you determine a fair hourly wage:
Living Wage Calculation for Marin County, California
http://www.livingwage.geog.psu.edu/counties/06041
California Minimum Wage
http://www.dir.ca.gov/iwc/MinimumWageHistory.htm
Marin County Living Wage Ordinance Declaration
http://www.co.marin.ca.us/depts/AD/Forms/Living_Wage_Ordinance_Declaration_Form.pdf
Suggested Wages at Day Labor Centers in the Bay Area
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Center Name |
City |
Suggested Wage |
Web Link |
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La Raza Centro Legal |
San Francisco |
$15-$20/hour, with a 3hr/$60 minimum |
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Multicultural Institute |
Berkeley Redwood City |
$12-$15/hour |
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Day Worker Center of Mountain View |
Mountain View |
$10-$15/hour |
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Hayward Day Labor Center |
Hayward |
$10-$15/hour |
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The Graton Day Labor Center |
Graton |
$12-$15/hour |
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St. Joseph Day Worker Center |
San Jose |
$12-$15/hour |
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Worker Resource Center |
San Mateo |
$10-$15/hour, with a 2hr/$25 minimum |
