Nebraska delivery driver employment contract template

Nebraska Delivery Driver Employment Contract

This Nebraska Delivery Driver Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Employer Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

Position

• Option A: The Employer hires the Employee as a full-time Delivery Driver.
• Option B: The Employer hires the Employee as a part-time Delivery Driver.

The Employee's essential duties include, but are not limited to:

• Safe and timely pickup, transportation, and delivery of packages or goods.
• Route planning and navigation in varying Nebraska conditions (urban, rural, highway).
• Vehicle pre-trip and post-trip inspection.
• Accurate completion of delivery logs and manifests.
• Use of employer-provided or personal mobile devices and tracking apps.
• Secure handling of shipments.
• Obtaining signatures/delivery confirmations.
• Compliance with Nebraska traffic and safety laws.
• Adherence to company protocols for customer interaction and delivery issue resolution.

Licensure and Compliance

• Option A: The Employee must possess and maintain a valid Nebraska driver’s license appropriate for the vehicle class.
• Option B: The Employee must possess and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) appropriate for the vehicle class.

The Employee agrees to:

• Maintain a driving record that meets the Employer’s minimum standards.
• Consent to regular MVR (motor vehicle record) checks.
• Comply with drug and alcohol testing requirements per Nebraska and federal rules, if applicable.
• Maintain accurate records as required by Nebraska DMV and DOT, if applicable.

Work Location

• Option A: The Employee’s primary work location is at the [Base Depot Address] depot.
• Option B: The Employee’s assigned delivery territory/zone is [Specific Nebraska Territory/Zone].

The Employee may be required to travel within Nebraska as needed. The Employee is expected to report to [Reporting Location] as needed.

Employment Type and Work Hours

• The Employee’s employment is full-time.
• Option A: The standard work hours are [Number] hours per day, [Number] days per week, from [Start Time] to [End Time].
• Option B: The standard work hours will vary based on business needs.
• The Employee is entitled to mandatory break periods as required by Nebraska law and/or company policy. [Specify break policy details]
• Option A: Weekend and holiday work may be required.
• Option B: Weekend and holiday work is not required.
• On-call or overtime work may be required. Compliance with Nebraska’s overtime pay rules (1.5x for over 40 hours/week) will be followed. Time-tracking procedures will be followed as outlined in [Company Policy Reference].

Compensation

• Option A: The Employee’s salary is [Dollar Amount] per year, paid [Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].
• Option B: The Employee’s hourly wage is [Dollar Amount] per hour, paid [Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].
• Overtime pay will be calculated at 1.5x the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as per Nebraska and FLSA standards.
• Holiday pay will be provided as outlined in [Company Policy Reference].
• Option A: Tips or gratuities are permitted.
• Option B: Tips or gratuities are not permitted.
• The Employee may be eligible for delivery-related incentives or mileage reimbursements as per federal and Nebraska standards. [Specify details of incentives/reimbursements].

Equipment and Vehicle Use

• Option A: The Employer will provide a vehicle for the Employee’s use.
  • The Employer is responsible for vehicle maintenance.
  • The Employee will be provided with a fuel card.
• Option B: The Employee will use their personal vehicle for company business.
  • The Employee is responsible for vehicle maintenance.
  • The Employee will be reimbursed for mileage at the rate of [Dollar Amount] per mile, consistent with federal and Nebraska standards.
  • The Employee must maintain Nebraska minimum insurance requirements on their personal vehicle.

Benefits

The Employee is eligible for the following benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options, with eligibility timelines and contribution rates as outlined in [Benefit Plan Document].
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and Nebraska/federal holidays as outlined in [Company Policy Reference].
• Retirement plan: [Specify plan details, e.g., 401k with Employer match].
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): [Specify details].
• Option A: Safety gear or uniform allowance of [Dollar Amount] per [Frequency].
• Option B: Cell phone/data plan reimbursement of [Dollar Amount] per month.
• Option C: Driver safety bonuses as outlined in [Company Policy Reference].

Occupational Health and Safety

The Employee agrees to comply with Nebraska and OSHA regulations, including:

• Mandatory safety training (e.g., defensive driving, hazardous material awareness if applicable).
• Following accident reporting procedures as outlined in [Company Policy Reference].
• Reporting work-related injuries immediately.
• Adhering to seat belt and no-phone-use policies while driving.
• Seeking immediate medical attention for any work-related injuries.

Vehicle Accidents and Cargo Loss/Damage

The Employee agrees to:

• Report any vehicle accidents or cargo loss/damage immediately to [Designated Contact].
• Cooperate fully with insurance investigations.
• Fulfill all obligations under Nebraska law regarding accidents and workers’ compensation claims.

Confidentiality and Data Privacy

The Employee agrees to:

• Safeguard customer data, shipment information, delivery addresses, and any proprietary company information.
• Refrain from unauthorized use/disclosure of confidential information.
• Understand that these obligations survive termination of employment.

Behavior and Professional Conduct

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, religion, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status, as required by Nebraska and federal law. The Employee is expected to maintain professional conduct and provide excellent customer service. [Specify dress code if applicable].

Intellectual Property

All work-related materials, reports, or customer data created or collected during employment belong to the Employer.

Non-Solicitation/Non-Compete

• Option A: The Employee agrees not to solicit the Employer’s customers for [Duration] following termination of employment.
• Option B: The Employee agrees not to compete with the Employer within [Geographic Area] for [Duration] following termination of employment.
  • This non-compete agreement is intended to protect legitimate business interests and customer goodwill, and is reasonable in scope, geography, and duration as required by Nebraska law.
• Option C: No Non-Solicitation or Non-Compete restrictions apply.

At-Will Employment

The Employee’s employment is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time for any reason not prohibited by Nebraska or federal law.

• Option A: The Employee is required to provide [Number] weeks' notice of resignation.
• Option B: The Employer is required to provide [Number] weeks' notice of dismissal, except in cases of gross misconduct.

Upon termination, the Employee’s final paycheck will be due by the next regular payday or within 2 weeks, as required by Nebraska law. The Employee must return all Employer property (vehicles, devices, uniforms, ID cards, etc.).

Performance Evaluation and Disciplinary Procedures

The Employee’s performance will be evaluated [Frequency]. Disciplinary procedures will be followed as outlined in [Company Policy Reference]. Standards for loss prevention and traffic violations will be strictly enforced.

Reporting Mechanisms

The Employee may report safety concerns, legal violations, or retaliation concerns to [Designated Contact/Department]. The Employer will comply with Nebraska whistleblower statutes.

Dispute Resolution

The parties agree to attempt to resolve any disputes through good-faith internal complaint procedures, followed by mediation or arbitration. Nebraska law and venue will govern any litigation.

Monitoring and Tracking

• Option A: The Employee acknowledges and consents to audio/video monitoring or GPS tracking in company vehicles.
• Option B: No audio/video monitoring will be implemented.

Nebraska is generally a one-party consent state for audio, but the Employer is providing this written notice as a best practice.

Compliance with Laws

The Employee agrees to comply with all Nebraska, federal, and local transportation laws, including any applicable municipal delivery restrictions, local parking/curb access regulations, and seasonal weather advisories or snow emergency policies.

Workplace Postings

The Employer confirms that all required Nebraska labor law workplace posters and notices have been provided to the Employee.

Additional Considerations

• Option A: Deliveries involving food require additional [Specify Requirements, e.g., food handler's permit].
• Option B: Deliveries involving sensitive items require additional [Specify Requirements, e.g., background check].
• Option C: Deliveries involving hazardous materials require additional [Specify Requirements, e.g., Hazmat certification].

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

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[Employer Name]

By: ____________________________
[Employer Representative Name], [Employer Representative Title]

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[Employee Name]