Vermont delivery driver employment contract template

Vermont Delivery Driver Employment Contract

This Vermont Delivery Driver Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Employer Name], with a principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Employment

The Employer hires the Employee as a full-time Delivery Driver.

2. Job Description

The Employee's primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Routine and on-demand product, parcel, or goods delivery.
• Safe vehicle operation.
• Loading and unloading duties.
• Route navigation and optimization.
• Timely documentation of deliveries.
• Professional customer service.
• Daily vehicle inspection and basic maintenance.
• Compliance with company and federal/state transportation policies.
• Proper handling of hazardous or perishable materials (if applicable).
• Accurate completion of delivery logs required by the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

3. Required Licenses & Driving Record

• The Employee must possess a valid [Vermont Driver's License / CDL].
• The Employee must maintain a clean driving record.
• The Employer will conduct periodic driving record checks in compliance with Vermont state law.

4. Physical Requirements

The Employee must be able to:

• Lift up to [Weight] lbs.
• Endure extended periods of driving.
• Enter and exit vehicles frequently.
• Operate a vehicle in adverse weather conditions.
• Comply with Vermont's rules on driver fatigue and break times.

5. Work Location & Delivery Area

• The official work location is [Work Location].
• The geographical delivery area is [Delivery Area].
• [ ] Option A: This role does NOT include inter-state deliveries.
• [ ] Option B: This role includes inter-state deliveries and requires compliance with all relevant cross-state transportation regulations.

6. Work Hours

• Standard full-time work hours are [Number] hours per week.
• The expected shift times are [Shift Times].
• Overtime will be paid at one and a half times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 per week, as required by Vermont law.
• The schedule may require flexibility for evening, weekend, or holiday work as needed.

7. Meal & Rest Breaks

• The Employee is entitled to meal and rest breaks as mandated by Vermont law.
• The Employer's scheduling and route-planning practices support the Employee's ability to take required breaks.

8. Employment Type

The Employee's employment is classified as non-exempt under Vermont and federal FLSA rules, making them eligible for overtime pay. The Employer will maintain accurate wage-and-hour records.

9. Compensation

• The Employee's base [Hourly Wage / Annual Salary] is [Amount].
• Overtime will be paid at a rate of one and a half times the regular hourly rate for hours worked over 40 per week.
• Pay periods are [Pay Period Frequency].
• [ ] Option A: Payment will be made via direct deposit.
• [ ] Option B: Payment will be made via check.
• Reimbursement for job-related expenses, such as gas, tolls, and parking fees, will be provided according to the Employer's policy.
• [ ] Option A: Mileage will be reimbursed at the IRS rate.
• [ ] Option B: Mileage will be reimbursed at the rate of [Dollar Amount] per mile.
• [ ] Option C: A company vehicle will be provided, and no mileage reimbursement will be paid.
• [ ] Option A: Payment will be made for waiting time or time spent at distribution centers at the employee’s regular hourly rate.
• [ ] Option B: A bonus or performance incentive is tied to delivery accuracy or on-time rates. Details are outlined in Appendix A.
• [ ] Option C: An accident-free or safety incentive will be awarded as outlined in Appendix B.

10. Benefits

The Employee is eligible for the following benefits:

• [ ] Health insurance.
• [ ] Dental insurance.
• [ ] Vision insurance.
• [ ] Life insurance.
• [ ] Company vehicle provision or mileage reimbursement (as described above).
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  • [ ] Vacation: [Number] days per year.
  • [ ] Sick Leave: Accrued according to Vermont's Earned Sick Time Law.
• [ ] Paid holidays: [List of Holidays].
• [ ] Retirement contributions or other Vermont-mandated options.
• [ ] Wellness or driver-specific support programs: [Description].

11. Compliance with Laws

The Employee must comply with all applicable federal and Vermont state laws, including:

• Vermont Child Labor Law (if applicable).
• Vermont's fair employment practices and anti-discrimination law.
• Vermont rules on equal pay.

12. Training & Certification

The Employee is required to complete the following training and certifications:

• Orientation.
• Safety training.
• Defensive driving training.
• [ ] Hazardous material handling training (if applicable).
• Vermont-specific road safety or winter driving training.

13. Reporting & Tracking

• The Employee reports to [Supervisor Name / Dispatcher Name].
• The Employee must check-in and check-out according to the Employer's procedures.
• [ ] Option A: The Employer uses GPS tracking or telematics devices. The Employee consents to this tracking and understands the limits on monitoring, in compliance with Vermont privacy laws.
• [ ] Option B: The Employer does not use GPS tracking or telematics devices.
• The Employee must follow the Employer's procedures for documenting accidents/incidents, including required notification under Vermont crash reporting laws.

14. Company Vehicle Use Policy

• Unauthorized use of the company vehicle is prohibited.
• Zero-tolerance for substance use while operating the vehicle. The Employee must comply with the Employer's drug and alcohol testing rules and federal DOT requirements (if applicable).
• The Employee is responsible for basic vehicle maintenance.
• The Employee must follow the Employer's accident procedure.
• The Employee must adhere to the Employer's parking policy.
• Driving infractions may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

15. Confidentiality

The Employee must maintain the confidentiality of customer information, delivery records, and proprietary route data. The Employee must follow the Employer's procedures for handling protected or valuable goods.

16. Restrictions

The Employee is prohibited from:

• Carrying unauthorized passengers or items in the company vehicle.
• Using company property for personal use.

17. Personal Vehicle Use (If Applicable)

If the Employee is required to use their personal vehicle:

• The Employee must maintain insurance coverage that meets Vermont's minimum statutory requirements.
• The Employee must provide documentation of vehicle safety.
• The Employee will be reimbursed according to the policy described in Section 9.

18. Intellectual Property

• [ ] Option A: This section is not applicable, as the employee is not expected to develop intellectual property for the company.
• [ ] Option B: Any intellectual property created by the Employee related to the Employer's business is the property of the Employer.

19. Workplace Safety & Health

The Employer will provide a safe working environment and comply with Vermont Occupational Safety and Health Administration (VOSHA) regulations. The Employee has the right to report safety concerns.

20. Anti-Harassment & Non-Discrimination

The Employer is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination based on Vermont's Protected Category Policy (gender, race, age, sexual orientation, disability, etc.). The Employee should report any workplace complaints or safety violations to [Designated Contact/Department].

21. Post-Termination Restrictions

Restrictive covenants, such as non-compete agreements, are generally disfavored in Vermont. The Employee acknowledges the confidentiality obligations described in Section 15, which survive termination of employment.

22. Termination

• The Employer may terminate the Employee's employment for cause, including but not limited to: DUI, reckless driving, or repeated customer complaints.
• The Employer will provide [Number] days' notice of termination (unless terminated for cause).
• Upon termination, the Employee must return all company property, including the company vehicle (if applicable).
• The Employee's final payment will be made within [Number] days of termination, as required by Vermont wage payment laws.
• [ ] Option A: The employee is eligible for severance pay as described in Appendix C.
• [ ] Option B: The employee is not eligible for severance pay.
• [ ] Option A: The employee is eligible for rehire at the company's discretion.
• [ ] Option B: The employee is not eligible for rehire.

23. Workers' Compensation

The Employee is covered by Vermont workers' compensation insurance for all work-related injuries. The Employee must report any work-related injury to [Designated Contact/Department].

24. Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement will be resolved through:

• [ ] Option A: Internal grievance procedure, followed by mediation or Vermont-based arbitration.
• [ ] Option B: Vermont-based arbitration.
• This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Vermont. Any litigation will be conducted in Vermont courts.

25. Data Privacy

The Employer will comply with all applicable Vermont data privacy laws and provide the Employee with notice of any driver monitoring practices.

26. Performance Reviews

The Employee's performance will be reviewed [Frequency]. The terms and method of performance reviews may be changed at the Employer's discretion.

27. Amendments

The Employer reserves the right to adjust the terms of this Agreement to comply with changes in Vermont or federal law or transportation regulations.

28. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter of this Agreement.

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]
Employee Signature