What Is Overtime?
Overtime pay is typically calculated as your regular hourly rate multiplied by 1.5. For example:
If your hourly rate is $50, overtime would pay $75 per hour.
This is often referred to as “time and a half.”
Overtime rules vary depending on the job and location. For union workers, contracts often outline specific terms for overtime. Non-union workers may depend on employer policies. Either way, overtime means extra blue collar money for your efforts.
What Is Double Time?
Double time is just what it sounds like: your regular hourly rate multiplied by two. For instance:
If your hourly rate is $50, double time pays $100 per hour.
It applies to specific situations, like working holidays or late-night hours.
Double time rules also vary. Some union contracts specify when double time kicks in, such as after 10 hours in a day or for Sunday shifts. In Washington, for example, all overtime hours might be double time under certain agreements.
