Overtime on Geowork Blog - GPS Time Tracking for Field Crewshttps://blog.geowork.app/tags/overtime/Recent content in Overtime on Geowork Blog - GPS Time Tracking for Field CrewsHugoen-usSun, 22 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000Construction Overtime Tracking: FLSA Compliance for Field Crewshttps://blog.geowork.app/articles/construction-overtime-tracking-flsa/Sun, 22 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://blog.geowork.app/articles/construction-overtime-tracking-flsa/<p>Overtime violations are among the most common wage and hour complaints in construction. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) has specific rules for when overtime applies and how to calculate it. Getting it wrong can mean back pay, penalties, and lawsuits.</p> <p>This guide covers FLSA overtime requirements for construction crews and how to stay compliant.</p> <h2 id="flsa-overtime-basics">FLSA Overtime Basics</h2> <h3 id="the-standard-rule">The Standard Rule</h3> <p>Non-exempt employees must receive overtime pay of at least 1.5x their regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.</p>