Definition
An hourly employee receives wages based on hours worked rather than fixed salary — entitled to overtime when non-exempt.
Time and attendance · [Buddy punching](/glossary/buddy-punching/)
6 min · 2026-07-02
Hourly Employee: Definition for Field Workforces
Hourly employees are paid per hour worked — standard in field service, construction, logistics, and retail execution; GPS attendance substantiates pay.
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