Yes, a pipeline inspector may be able to file an overtime lawsuit for unpaid overtime pay. According to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), employers are required to pay all non-exempt Pipeline Inspectors overtime for all hours worked over 40 in the workweek. Additionally, some states overtime laws that regulate the number of hours an employee can work within 24 hours before receiving overtime.
In calculating overtime hours, the employer must consider all required work performed in all facilities and departments, both before and after a shift, including staff meetings and required paid training. If an employer does not include all of this time in the calculation of hours worked, it can result in the Pipeline Inspector not receiving all of the required overtime.
If you work as a pipeline inspector and believe that your employer is violating the FLSA by not properly paying you overtime wages, contact one of our experienced attorneys immediately because the time to file these types of lawsuits may be short. If you wait, you may lose your ability to recover some or all of your back pay. Call (855) 754-2795 now for a free consultation to discuss your case.