Employee Driver Services Agreement

EMPLOYEE DRIVER SERVICES AGREEMENT

This Employee Driver Services Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into by and between Employer Name: and Employee Name: . The effective date of this Agreement is .

Personal Information

Position and Assignment

Pay frequency: . Mileage reimbursement rate (if applicable): per mile.

Employment History

Education

Graduation Date:

References

Driver Qualifications and Vehicle Information

Duties, Safety and Conduct

Employee shall perform driving services and related duties as described in this Agreement and any written ride or route schedules provided by Employer. Employee agrees to operate vehicles in compliance with all applicable laws, company safety policies, and vehicle-specific operating procedures. Employee must immediately report any accident, citation, mechanical defect, loss or injury arising out of vehicle operation to Employer.

Employee acknowledges that use of handheld devices while driving is strictly prohibited during vehicle operation unless a hands-free system approved by Employer is used. Failure to comply with safety rules may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Background Checks, Motor Vehicle Records and Testing

Employee authorizes Employer to obtain motor vehicle records, criminal history, drug and alcohol testing results and any other job-related background information necessary to assess Employee's suitability to operate company or personal vehicles for company business.

Consent to background checks and testing: I consent to release of my motor vehicle records and background information to Employer for the purposes described above.

Drug and alcohol policy acknowledgement: I have read and will comply with Employer's drug and alcohol testing policy, including post-accident and reasonable suspicion testing.

Insurance, Damages and Liability

Employer shall maintain insurance coverage for company-owned vehicles as required by law. Employee driving a personal vehicle on company business must maintain automobile liability insurance at the levels required by Employer and provide proof of coverage upon request. Employee is responsible for immediate notification to Employer of any lapse in insurance or any change that may affect coverage.

Employee shall be liable for fines, violations or damage directly resulting from willful misconduct, gross negligence, or operation while under the influence of alcohol or illegal substances.

Compensation for Vehicle Use and Expenses

If Employee uses a personal vehicle for business, reimbursement will be provided in accordance with Employer policy. Expenses must be documented and submitted within the timeframe required by Employer. Employer is not responsible for routine maintenance of personal vehicles.

Termination and At-Will Employment

Unless otherwise provided in a separate written agreement signed by an authorized representative of Employer, employment is at-will and either party may terminate employment at any time with or without cause or notice. Termination of employment will terminate this Agreement; however, provisions which by their nature survive termination (including but not limited to indemnification, confidentiality and dispute resolution) shall remain in effect.

Confidentiality and Proprietary Information

Employee shall not disclose confidential business information, client lists, route data, customer payment information or other proprietary information obtained during the course of employment. Upon termination, Employee shall promptly return all Employer property and confidential materials.

Indemnification

Employee shall indemnify and hold Employer harmless from claims, losses, fines, penalties, costs or damages arising from Employee's breach of this Agreement, willful misconduct, or negligent operation of a vehicle contrary to Employer policies or applicable law. Employer will indemnify Employee for claims arising from Employer's failure to maintain required insurance or to properly maintain a company vehicle.

Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state where Employer maintains its principal place of business, without regard to conflicts of law. Disputes arising out of this Agreement shall be submitted to binding arbitration in accordance with the rules mutually agreed at the time of dispute unless otherwise required by statute.

Notices

Equal Opportunity and Acknowledgments

Employer is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or other protected status. Employee acknowledges receipt of and agreement to comply with Employer's policies governing vehicle operation, safety, and confidentiality.

Acknowledgement: I acknowledge that I have read, understand and will comply with the terms and policies set forth in this Agreement.

Applicant Certification and Authorization

I certify that the information provided in this Agreement and accompanying application materials is true and complete. I understand that any false statement, omission or misrepresentation may result in disciplinary action, including termination. I authorize Employer to contact my prior employers, references and licensing authorities to verify any information provided.

Authorization: I authorize Employer and its agents to investigate my background, driving record and other job-related information as described above.

Additional Information

Prior Accidents / Violations

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