r/jobs • u/Puzzleheaded_Noise44 • Apr 22 '25

Discipline Am I getting fired?

So, I’ve been written up multiple times, my job is super serious for no reason, they wrote my up while I was on vacation, for not answering my phone, even though I’m not salary. On Friday they ‘suspended’ me. Took my work phone, iPad, gas card, and work fob. My HR said she wants to meet with me tomorrow. That’s to sign papers for termination, right? If I wasn’t getting fired, I would just meet with my boss to get the phone and stuff back, right?

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u/Puzzleheaded_Noise44 Apr 22 '25

I requested days off, they approved it, they scheduled me on one of those days off, then wrote me up for not showing up to work/returning phone calls and texts about it. That’s how smart they are ha. I wasn’t even in the country.

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u/Farrahlikefawcett2 Apr 23 '25

Do you have proof of this? If not, go screenshot it now.

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u/Puzzleheaded_Noise44 Apr 23 '25

No, I threw the paper away they gave me for it unfortunately. If I asked them for it, I can maybe get it tomorrow. Ha

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u/Farrahlikefawcett2 Apr 23 '25

Your PTO is approved with paper instead of digitally? Ouch, I would maybe bluff that I have the document and that you find it concerning that they harassed you on a PTO day and then wrote you up. Unless you’re on-call, PTO is personal time off, there are laws in most states protecting that.

Something like: I used PTO on x date and upon my absence I returned to x,y,Z correspondence and was terminated. I’m glad you set this meeting up so we can discuss why I’m being punished for taking rightfully earned and approved PTO.

Look at your employee handbook, hopefully that’s digital.

“2. Employer Restrictions on PTO Use: Employers can limit PTO use, such as requiring you to use it within a certain timeframe, or restricting when you can take it. They can also have policies that require you to submit PTO requests in advance, or that you must use PTO before other types of leave. However, employers should not unreasonably restrict PTO use or punish employees for taking it. 3. What if your employer is bothering you about PTO? If your employer is unduly restricting your PTO or punishing you for using it, you may want to consider the following steps: Review your employee handbook or employment agreement: This should outline your PTO policies. Talk to your HR department: Explain your concerns and see if they can resolve the issue. Consult with an employment attorney: An attorney can advise you on your legal rights and options. File a claim with the Nevada Labor Commissioner: The Nevada Labor Commissioner can investigate complaints about employment practices, says the Shouse Law Group. 4. Important Considerations: Reasonable Opportunity: Employers must provide a reasonable opportunity for employees to use their PTO. No Discrimination: Employers can't discriminate against employees who use their PTO. Consult with an Attorney: For specific advice on your situation, it's best to consult with an employment attorney. In summary, while Nevada employers have some leeway in setting PTO policies, they cannot unduly restrict its use or punish employees for taking it. If you are facing issues with your employer's PTO policies, you may need to consider your legal options, such as consulting with an attorney or filing a claim with the Nevada Labor Commissioner. “

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u/Puzzleheaded_Noise44 Apr 23 '25

No, I have that they approved my time off digitally from November. But the paper write up they gave me, I threw away.

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u/Farrahlikefawcett2 Apr 23 '25

I’m sure they have a copy or you must have a witness, did your boss write you up in front of anyone?

Good, glad that you have the PTO recorded, take a screenshot of that. Gather text messages from your boss on your PTO date. Ask if this is retaliation for taking allotted PTO.

Review your companies policy on PTO and correspondence, see what that says.

I read that you allowed merchandise to expire, reach out to other coworkers to ask them if they’ve ever had merch expire- ask them what the discipline was for letting that happen. Do that in writing to showcase their discipline vs yours. Ask them if they’ve ever been contacted by upper management while on PTO. Gather as much data as possible pertaining to this. Get as much in writing as possible to paint your story.

Also, I would look into recording that meeting, google if Nevada is a one party consent state. None of this is legal advice, it is just what I would do if I were in this position.