Important Platform Update for California:
WorkWhile will soon only offer non-driving work on an employee (W2) basis, instead of an independent contractor (1099) basis in the state of California. That means that non-driving independent contractor (1099) shifts will either be transitioned to employee (W2) shifts or they will be removed from our platform.
Currently, many companies in California have shifts that are categorized as independent contractors (1099) and will need to be transitioned or removed from the platform.
To preserve uninterrupted access to more shifts in California, we encourage workers to onboard as a W2 employee no later than March 5, 2025.
FAQs
What does non-driving mean?
Non-driving work can include roles such as warehouse associates, food production associates, event ticket takers, and more.
How are employee (W2) shifts different from (1099)
The app experience will remain exactly the same.
Delivery drivers’ shifts will remain independent contractors (1099).
Just like before, platform users will maintain flexible scheduling with 24-hour cancellation.
Employee (W2) shifts in California will receive premium pay (1.5x) for hours over 8 in a day.
Payments for W-2 shifts are processed daily* and deposited into your account within 24 hours or weekly on Monday and direct deposited into your account by EOD Wednesday.
*Qualified W-2 workers can choose between a daily or weekly payroll period. Upon your first W-2 shift, you may be prompted with the option to select your payment period. You can also access and update your selection within the Me section of the App. Unfortunately daily payroll is not currently available for workers with garnishments
Why is this change happening?
WorkWhile is making this change pursuant to an agreement reached with the San Francisco City Attorney’s Office. We apologize for any disruption this has caused and hope that we can help you find a way to continue working through the WorkWhile platform.