fixed labor
[FIKST ˈleɪbər]
nounpl: fixed labor (uncountable) or fixed labors
trabalho fixo
1. Employment or work that is permanent, stable, and continuous with a fixed schedule, as opposed to temporary or casual work
She finally secured fixed labor after years of working part-time jobs.
Ela finalmente conseguiu um trabalho fixo após anos trabalhando em empregos de tempo parcial.
2. In historical or economic contexts, labor that is bound or committed for a defined period under specific terms
The colonial system relied heavily on fixed labor arrangements.
O sistema colonial dependia fortemente de arranjos de trabalho fixo.
3. Work performed by employees with permanent contracts and predictable working hours
The company prioritizes hiring fixed labor rather than temporary contractors.
A empresa prioriza a contratação de trabalho fixo em vez de contratados temporários.
In Brazil, securing 'trabalho fixo' (fixed labor) is considered a significant achievement and source of stability, as many workers experience precarious employment. The concept is deeply tied to Brazilian labor law (CLT - Consolidação das Leis Trabalhistas) which provides strong protections for fixed employees. In the USA, the equivalent concept of permanent employment is less formally defined but equally valued for job security and benefits.
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