I was hired as a Branch Manager for a construction and renovation company. My job description is to travel to the properties, evaluate the work, bid, estimate and schedule and supervise maintenance techs who actually do the repair work. I have recently been expected to actually do the manual work even though I was not hired to do the work, nor am I physically able to due to a severe back condition. They are aware of my limitations, but still expect it of me. I was recently asked to provide a doctor's note to prove I have said back condition and limitations which I'm not sure if they have a right to request or get. I work in one state, but the company is based in another. I would like to point out that I was never told I would be doing any physical labor, nor is it in my job description.
You have the right to ask that reasonable accommodation be made to reflect your back condition. You should provide the records from your doctor to justify the request.
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