Hourly Employee
/ˈaʊərli ɪmˈplɔɪi/
Definitions
- (n.) An employee compensated based on the number of hours worked rather than a fixed salary.
The hourly employee clocked 40 hours this week and will be paid accordingly.
- (n.) A worker whose pay may entitle them to overtime under labor laws, as their compensation is computed hourly.
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the hourly employee is eligible for overtime pay beyond 40 hours.
Forms
- hourly employee
- hourly employees
Related terms
Commentary
The term often arises in employment and labor law concerning pay structures and eligibility for overtime; drafting should distinguish hourly employees from salaried or exempt employees for clarity.
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