7 min · 2026-07-02

Comp Time: Definition for Non-Exempt Field Workers

Compensatory time (comp time) is paid time off granted instead of overtime pay — generally restricted for private-sector non-exempt employees under FLSA.

Definition

Comp time substitutes time off for overtime hours worked. Private employers typically must pay overtime cash to non-exempt field crews — not bank comp time.

Overtime · [FLSA](/glossary/flsa/) · [Compensable time](/glossary/compensable-time/)

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