FAQ's
FAQ's
Compensation
Compensation
Each FTE with Inland Desert is compensated through their: Pay Rate, Annual Bonus, and Benefits - each of these compensation variables will be updated for all eligible, “good standing” employees.
Each FTE with Inland Desert is compensated through their: Pay Rate, Annual Bonus, and Benefits - each of these compensation variables will be updated for all eligible, “good standing” employees.
Important Pay Notes
Important Pay Notes
- Pay will never be below minimum wage
- Piecework rates vary and will be posted before work begins
- All overtime must be approved in advance
- All legal deductions are automatic
- No housing or transportation provided
Payroll
Payroll
When and how do I get paid?
When and how do I get paid?
Pay periods are for one calendar week beginning on Sunday to Saturday, payday is every Friday via direct deposit only.
Pay periods are for one calendar week beginning on Sunday to Saturday, payday is every Friday via direct deposit only.
How can I get a copy of my paystub?
How can I get a copy of my paystub?
We don’t print paper checks; we offer pay cards or direct deposit. Pay cards will be issued in the name of the person performing the work. Email is necessary to receive a copy of paystub. Printed copies are available by request only, 3 days in advance notice is required. Identification or Employee ID is required to pick up paystubs. Paystubs will only be given to the payee unless prior arrangements have been made at the office in writing. No Exceptions. If you wish your paystub to be mailed, you must sign a form at the office. We will mail paystubs and W2’s to the address you provide, it’s important to update your address. If you need a copy of your paystub or W2 or employment verification documents, we require at least 3-day notification in advance and in written.
We don’t print paper checks; we offer pay cards or direct deposit. Pay cards will be issued in the name of the person performing the work. Email is necessary to receive a copy of paystub. Printed copies are available by request only, 3 days in advance notice is required. Identification or Employee ID is required to pick up paystubs. Paystubs will only be given to the payee unless prior arrangements have been made at the office in writing. No Exceptions. If you wish your paystub to be mailed, you must sign a form at the office. We will mail paystubs and W2’s to the address you provide, it’s important to update your address. If you need a copy of your paystub or W2 or employment verification documents, we require at least 3-day notification in advance and in written.
How do I get a raise?
How do I get a raise?
IDN may periodically evaluate an employee’s performance. The goal of a performance review is to identify areas where an employee excels and areas that need improvement. The company uses performance reviews as a tool to determine pay increases, promotions, and/or terminations.
IDN may periodically evaluate an employee’s performance. The goal of a performance review is to identify areas where an employee excels and areas that need improvement. The company uses performance reviews as a tool to determine pay increases, promotions, and/or terminations.
Scoring Levels
Scoring Levels
5: Exceptional
5: Exceptional
4: Strong
4: Strong
3: Successful
3: Successful
2: Developing/Needs Development
2: Developing/Needs Development
1: Unacceptable
1: Unacceptable
Performance Review Factors
Performance Review Factors
- Quality
- Productivity/Independence/Reliability
- Job Knowledge
- Dedication/Initiative/Creativity
- Interpersonal Relationships/Teamwork
- Adherence to Policy/Saftey
- Attendance
- Development/Capability Improvement
- Self-Leadership
What’s the Difference Between Gross and Net Income?
What’s the Difference Between Gross and Net Income?
Gross income is the amount of money earned before expenses, deductions, and taxes have been applied. Net income is the amount of money employees take home in their paychecks after expenses, deductions, and taxes have been applied.
Gross income is the amount of money earned before expenses, deductions, and taxes have been applied. Net income is the amount of money employees take home in their paychecks after expenses, deductions, and taxes have been applied.
When are W-2s Available?
When are W-2s Available?
According to IRS guidelines, Forms W-2 must be postmarked to employees by January 31. While it’s common for W-2s to be distributed before this date. W2's will be mailed to employees address currently on file.
According to IRS guidelines, Forms W-2 must be postmarked to employees by January 31. While it’s common for W-2s to be distributed before this date. W2's will be mailed to employees address currently on file.
What Do the Withholdings on My Paycheck Mean?
What Do the Withholdings on My Paycheck Mean?
There are two basic categories of paycheck withholdings: taxes and deductions. For taxes, employees will potentially see the following types of taxes withheld:
There are two basic categories of paycheck withholdings: taxes and deductions. For taxes, employees will potentially see the following types of taxes withheld:
- Federal Income Tax
The amount of federal taxes withheld will vary depending on the income tax bracket each employee falls into. Currently, the tax rates range from 10% to 37% and the applicable bracket depends on an employee’s taxable income and filing status.
The amount of federal taxes withheld will vary depending on the income tax bracket each employee falls into. Currently, the tax rates range from 10% to 37% and the applicable bracket depends on an employee’s taxable income and filing status.
- Social Security and Medicare Taxes
These taxes make up the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) taxes and are used to fund government income and health programs for older Americans. The thought behind these taxes is employees pay into them now so they can use these benefits once they’re older.
These taxes make up the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) taxes and are used to fund government income and health programs for older Americans. The thought behind these taxes is employees pay into them now so they can use these benefits once they’re older.
The current rates are 6.2% in Social Security taxes on wages up to $132,900 and 1.45% for Medicare taxes. Employers pay matching percentages on behalf of their employees. For highly compensated employees, there is an additional 0.9% Medicare tax that applies and employers do not match this amount. Those threshold amounts are $200,000 for single taxpayers and $250,000 for married taxpayers.
The current rates are 6.2% in Social Security taxes on wages up to $132,900 and 1.45% for Medicare taxes. Employers pay matching percentages on behalf of their employees. For highly compensated employees, there is an additional 0.9% Medicare tax that applies and employers do not match this amount. Those threshold amounts are $200,000 for single taxpayers and $250,000 for married taxpayers.
- State and Local Taxes
Most states collect an additional tax on earned wages. Rates can vary widely from state to state.
Most states collect an additional tax on earned wages. Rates can vary widely from state to state.
- Deductions
There are several types of deductions that could be withheld from your employees’ paychecks. The most common types are:
There are several types of deductions that could be withheld from your employees’ paychecks. The most common types are:
- Health Insurance Payments: Another common deduction is health insurance. The rate will vary depending on whether an employee is paying for themselves, a spouse, or their entire family.
- Retirement Plans: If an employee pays into a company-sponsored retirement plan, this will be reflected on their paycheck stub.
- Other employee deductions like tool purchases, rent or utilities
Safety
Safety
Emergency Procedures
Emergency Procedures
In the event of an emergency, dial 911 immediately. If you hear a fire alarm or other emergency alert system, proceed quickly and calmly to the nearest exit. Once the building has been evacuated, only a supervisor may authorize employees to reenter.
In the event of an emergency, dial 911 immediately. If you hear a fire alarm or other emergency alert system, proceed quickly and calmly to the nearest exit. Once the building has been evacuated, only a supervisor may authorize employees to reenter.
Where is the nearest hospital?
Where is the nearest hospital?
Address: 723 Memorial St, Prosser, WA 99350
Address: 723 Memorial St, Prosser, WA 99350
Phone Number: (509) 786-2222
Phone Number: (509) 786-2222
How do I report an accident/incident?
How do I report an accident/incident?
In the event of an accident, employees must notify a supervisor immediately. Please report every injury, regardless of how minor, to a Lead as soon as possible. Physical discomfort caused by repetitive tasks must also be reported. For more information about on-the-job injuries, refer to the workers’ compensation section of this handbook.
In the event of an accident, employees must notify a supervisor immediately. Please report every injury, regardless of how minor, to a Lead as soon as possible. Physical discomfort caused by repetitive tasks must also be reported. For more information about on-the-job injuries, refer to the workers’ compensation section of this handbook.
Questions, Complaints, and/or Concerns?
Questions, Complaints, and/or Concerns?
Open Door Policy
Open Door Policy
IDN has an open-door policy and takes employee concerns and problems seriously. IDN values each employee and strives to provide a positive work experience. Employees are encouraged to bring any workplace concerns or problems they might have or know about to their Team Leader. If concerns have been presented to a team leader and the concerned employee does not receive a satisfactory response within a reasonable period of time, the employee is encouraged to talk with Human Resources or the company owner, Kevin Judkins.
IDN has an open-door policy and takes employee concerns and problems seriously. IDN values each employee and strives to provide a positive work experience. Employees are encouraged to bring any workplace concerns or problems they might have or know about to their Team Leader. If concerns have been presented to a team leader and the concerned employee does not receive a satisfactory response within a reasonable period of time, the employee is encouraged to talk with Human Resources or the company owner, Kevin Judkins.
Two-Way Communication Form
Two-Way Communication Form
Employees may submit concerns in writing to management personnel at any time using the “Two-Way Communication form” located in our form section here.
Employees may submit concerns in writing to management personnel at any time using the “Two-Way Communication form” located in our form section here.
Company Benefits
When am I eligible for benefits?
When am I eligible for benefits?
Benefits for an eligible (completed 90-day probation period successfully); good standing, (employee that averages a Successful/3 Rating Performance Review “Scorecard”); full-time, (12 months of continuous employment | non-seasonal); employee starts at 90 days after hire date. If you have questions, call Aracely at 509-588-6615.
Benefits for an eligible (completed 90-day probation period successfully); good standing, (employee that averages a Successful/3 Rating Performance Review “Scorecard”); full-time, (12 months of continuous employment | non-seasonal); employee starts at 90 days after hire date. If you have questions, call Aracely at 509-588-6615.
What are my offered benefits?
What are my offered benefits?
- Health Insurance | Medical and Vision
- Health Insurance is offered to full time, regular employees after 60 days
- Open Enrollment starts November 1st
- The company covers 75% of employee-only plan cost
- The employee pays 100% of plan cost for dependents
- Paid Sick Leave (Accrual)
- Accrues (1) one-hour per (40) forty hours worked
- Paid at the regular hourly rate
- Available after 90 days to full time, regular employees
- Overtime
- Non-exempt employees will receive overtime pay at one and one-half (1.5) times their regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, in compliance with Washington Agricultural Overtime Law (RCW 49.46.130).
- All overtime must be approved in advance by a Lead.
- Holidays
- Acknowledge (5) five federal holidays
- Two (2) paid at the regular hourly rate
- Christmas Day
- New Year's Day
- Three (3) unpaid
- Thanksgiving
- Day After Thanksgiving
- Christmas Eve
- Paid Time Off
- PTO will be available annually in addition to sick time for all FTE:
- Crew Member: Christmas & New Year's Day
- Lead: 5 days of vacation + Christmas & New Year's Day
- Manager: 10 days of vacation + Christmas & New Year's Day
- General Manager/Director: 15 days of vacation + Christmas & New Years Day
- FTE Anniversary PTO | Starting 1/1/2022, in addition to general PTO we will be honoring dedicated service with us by granting anniversary vacation days based on your individual start date:
- (5) Five year anniversary: additional 2.5 days of vacation
- (10) Ten year anniversary: additional 2.5 days of vacation
- 401(k)
IDN provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (the Plan) to help employees accumulate financial resources for retirement.
IDN provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (the Plan) to help employees accumulate financial resources for retirement.
To be eligible to join the 401(k) Plan, an employee must complete 12 months of service and be 21 years of age or older. The employee may join the Plan on the first day of the calendar year quarter following completion of the first year of service - January 1, April 1, July 1 or October 1. Prior to eligibility, the employee will be given the Plan's summary plan description for review and all necessary forms to complete to participate in the Plan.
To be eligible to join the 401(k) Plan, an employee must complete 12 months of service and be 21 years of age or older. The employee may join the Plan on the first day of the calendar year quarter following completion of the first year of service - January 1, April 1, July 1 or October 1. Prior to eligibility, the employee will be given the Plan's summary plan description for review and all necessary forms to complete to participate in the Plan.
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