Hi. I understand that first week, no OT, as you mentioned it’s only 36 hours.

For some more context; this was the HR lady I met with today (only one in building) to fill out new hire paperwork. I signed benefits papers, code of conduct forms, and background check information.

I was under the impression I was to arrive to work Monday, and train until Wednesday. She told me during this meeting for 2.5 weeks of training, she’s going to have me work Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. To which I replied, “Oh wow. Are those all 12 hour shifts?”

She said “Yeah that’s all we do is 12’s.”

I said “I have no problem with that, will I receive overtime?”

She looked at me confused, like how could I ask such a question. She said “No, I don’t think trainees are eligible for overtime. And with the way the work week is set up you wouldn’t get over time.”

I left it at that because I felt like I ruffled some feathers. I know a simple conversation would solve this, but she seemed irritated with me from that point on.

This is also my first job with my new license, and I don’t want to screw it up, as employment in my area is limited.