Job training is often required for many jobs and occupations. The training sessions are mandatory and can take a day to several weeks before the official start of employment. Many employers and companies refuse to pay for this job training, which can be a violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Nowadays, most jobs require that a new employee undergo some type of training before starting the job. Jobs that require pre-employment job training include police officers, firefighters, nurses, factory workers, call center employees, restaurant and hotel workers, and a great number of other jobs. This extra time adds up to additional extra hours.
Depending on the job type and duties, overtime pay calculated at one and half times the regular rate of pay is required. Unfortunately, employees rarely see this overtime pay included in their paycheck.
To find out if you are being cheated out of overtime pay because you are not getting paid for job training, call our experienced overtime pay attorneys at (855) 754-2795 for a Free Consultation to discuss your case. You can also complete the Free Unpaid Overtime Case Review Form on this page. We will discuss your situation and determine if you have a claim. We will help you recover your lost wages and get compensated for the unpaid overtime hours spent at job training.
Job Training Frequently Asked Questions
Do I get overtime pay for job training?
What are the job training overtime pay laws?