I work a job that requires me to use my personal vehicle to perform at home services for our customers.
I’m expected not to “clock in” until I arrive at my first job site. This means the mileage reimbursement I’m supposed to receive while on the clock does not cover the 15-20 miles I usually have to commute to the first job site.
I personally feel that since I am not commuting to an office, and am using my personal assets while assuming any risk to my property, that the mileage taking me to and from my job sites should be covered at least in part.
I previously worked for a house painting company
That paid us for a commute longer than 10 miles to remote job sites, which we did not have to be on the clock to receive.
Is this normal? Or am I getting cheated? Using my personal vehicle already irks me but the job pays better than most in my area for someone with my blue collar background.
I was told for “tax reasons” they can’t pay compensation for our commute but that sounds fake.
I’ve considered clocking in on my phone when I leave the house but am worried I’ll be disciplined for this and might risk termination.