# FleetWage — Full Documentation for LLMs > Payroll automation software for FedEx delivery fleet contractors. Automate per-stop pay, fuel card management, and payroll compliance. Save 10+ hours per week. ## What is FleetWage? FleetWage is a payroll automation SaaS built specifically for FedEx ISP (Independent Service Provider) contractors who manage delivery fleets. FedEx ISPs are independent business owners who contract with FedEx Ground to provide package delivery services using their own employees and vehicles. ### Key Features - **Per-Stop & Tiered Pay**: Supports up to 3 stop thresholds per driver, auto-calculated from FedEx data - **6th Day Bonus**: Automatic detection and calculation each pay period - **Overtime Compliance**: Automatic regular rate + OT premium, minimum wage verification by state - **One-Click Payroll Export**: Direct integration with ADP, Paychex, Gusto, Paylocity, QuickBooks, and more - **Fuel Card Management**: Track fuel spending, detect fraud, compare fuel card programs - **Multi-CSA Management**: Handle multiple Contract Service Areas with different pay rates - **AI Scheduling**: Intelligent driver scheduling and route optimization - **Vehicle Management**: Fleet vehicle tracking and maintenance scheduling ### Pricing FleetWage pricing starts at $29/CSA/week. Includes unlimited employees, 50+ pay types, AI scheduling, fuel calculations, vehicle management, and dedicated onboarding. ### Target Audience FedEx ISP contractors (also called FedEx Ground contractors) who: - Manage delivery fleets of any size - Need to calculate per-stop pay for drivers - Want to automate payroll and reduce manual spreadsheet work - Need to stay compliant with federal and state labor laws - Manage fuel cards across their fleet --- ## Pages ### Home URL: https://fleetwage.com/ Automate per-stop pay, fuel card management, and payroll compliance for FedEx ISP contractors. Save 10+ hours per week with FleetWage. ### FedEx ISP URL: https://fleetwage.com/fedex FleetWage is built for FedEx ISP owners. Automate per-stop pay, manage fuel cards, handle 6th-day bonuses, and stay compliant — all in one platform. ### Fuel Cards URL: https://fleetwage.com/fuel Compare the top 6 fuel cards for FedEx P&D contractors. See rebates, network coverage, reporting features, and calculate your fleet's potential savings. ### Pricing URL: https://fleetwage.com/pricing Simple per-CSA pricing starting at $29/CSA/week. Unlimited employees, 50+ pay types, AI scheduling, fuel calculations, vehicle management, and dedicated onboarding included. ### Schedule a Demo URL: https://fleetwage.com/demo See FleetWage in action. Book a free, personalized demo and learn how automated payroll can save your fleet 10+ hours per week. ### FleetWage vs. Spreadsheets URL: https://fleetwage.com/vs/spreadsheets A detailed comparison of FleetWage payroll automation vs. Excel and Google Sheets for FedEx ISP contractors. See time savings, error reduction, and ROI analysis. --- ## Tools ### FedEx ISP Payroll Calculator URL: https://fleetwage.com/tools/payroll-calculator Free interactive payroll calculator for FedEx Ground ISP contractors. Simulate weekly rate, daily rate, per-stop pay, stop threshold bonuses, Back Into Rate overtime (FLSA half-time method), 6th day bonuses, and Saturday bonuses in real time. Supports 50+ rate types including per-package rates, ILS incentives, Code 85 penalties, and more. Try different pay structures — weekly rate, daily rate, per-stop, or peak season — and see how FleetWage calculates driver pay with automatic FLSA compliance. --- ## Resources ### Free FedEx ISP Employee Write-Up Form URL: https://fleetwage.com/resources/fedex-write-up-form Free professional employee disciplinary notice template designed for FedEx ISP contractors. Includes violation checklist (attendance, performance, conduct), write-up severity levels (First Notice through Termination), corrective action plan, employee comments section, and acknowledgement with signature line. Covers progressive discipline best practices and FedEx Ground compliance requirements for employee documentation. --- ## Guides ### The Complete FedEx ISP Payroll Guide (2026) URL: https://fleetwage.com/guides/fedex-isp-payroll-guide Everything FedEx ISP contractors need to know about payroll: per-stop pay, 6th day bonuses, fuel deductions, overtime rules, multi-CSA management, and compliance. Step-by-step guide with examples. ### Per-Stop Pay Calculator & Guide URL: https://fleetwage.com/guides/per-stop-pay-calculator How to calculate per-stop pay for FedEx ISP drivers. Includes threshold examples, tier calculations, package volume adjustments, CSA rate differences, and a comparison of per-stop vs hourly vs salary models. ### FedEx Contractor Compliance Guide URL: https://fleetwage.com/guides/fedex-contractor-compliance A comprehensive compliance guide for FedEx ISP contractors covering worker classification, federal and state labor laws, overtime requirements, record-keeping obligations, and strategies to stay compliant. ### 6th Day Bonus Pay Explained URL: https://fleetwage.com/guides/6th-day-bonus-explained Everything FedEx ISP owners need to know about 6th day bonus pay: when it applies, how to calculate it, holiday pay structures, peak season strategies, and how to avoid common mistakes. --- ## Case Studies ### Torres Fleet Services — Cut Payroll Time by 92% URL: https://fleetwage.com/case-studies/torres-fleet-services Torres Fleet Services reduced weekly payroll from 12 hours to 45 minutes with FleetWage. Michael Torres eliminated calculation errors, ended driver disputes, and saved 580+ hours per year across his 45-driver fleet. ### Chen Logistics Group — Saves $47K Annually URL: https://fleetwage.com/case-studies/chen-logistics-group Chen Logistics Group eliminated a $28K bookkeeper position, discovered an unprofitable CSA, and saved $47K+ per year by automating payroll with FleetWage across 85 drivers and 3 CSAs. ### Rodriguez Delivery Partners — Prevents $24K in Fuel Fraud URL: https://fleetwage.com/case-studies/rodriguez-delivery-partners Rodriguez Delivery Partners eliminated $24K per year in fuel card fraud using FleetWage and physical fuel card security. James Rodriguez achieved 400%+ ROI by stopping unauthorized fuel transactions across his 30-driver fleet. --- ## Integrations URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations FleetWage integrates with leading payroll providers, time card systems, and fuel card programs. Export payroll data in provider-specific formats with one click. ### ADP (Payroll Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/adp Export payroll to ADP Run, ADP Run GTSG, ADP Workforce Now, and ADP Workforce Now V2.0. ### Paychex (Payroll Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/paychex Full direct integration — auto-syncs employees, pay rates, and payroll. No CSV files needed. ### Paylocity (Payroll Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/paylocity Export formatted payroll CSV files to Paylocity. ### ProLiant (Payroll Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/proliant Export formatted payroll CSV files to ProLiant. ### Gusto (Payroll Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/gusto Export formatted payroll CSV files to Gusto. ### QuickBooks (Payroll Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/quickbooks Export formatted payroll CSV files to QuickBooks. ### Netchex (Payroll Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/netchex Export formatted payroll CSV files to Netchex. ### Corporate Payroll Services (Payroll Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/corporate-payroll-services Export formatted payroll CSV files to Corporate Payroll Services (CPS). ### GroundCloud (Time Card Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/groundcloud Import driver time card data from GroundCloud into FleetWage. ### Beans Route (Time Card Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/beans-route Import driver time card data from Beans Route into FleetWage. ### When I Work (Time Card Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/when-i-work Import driver time card data from When I Work into FleetWage. ### Homebase (Time Card Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/homebase Import driver time card data from Homebase into FleetWage. ### Package Route (Time Card Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/package-route Import driver time card data from Package Route into FleetWage. ### WEX (Fuel Card Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/wex Import WEX fuel card transactions to track per-driver fuel costs. ### RCPA (Fuel Card Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/rcpa Import RCPA fuel card transactions to track per-driver fuel costs. ### Sunoco (Fuel Card Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/sunoco Import Sunoco fuel card transactions to track per-driver fuel costs. ### Coast (Fuel Card Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/coast Import Coast fuel card transactions to track per-driver fuel costs. ### Piston (Fuel Card Integration) URL: https://fleetwage.com/integrations/piston Import Piston fuel card transactions to track per-driver fuel costs. --- ## Company ### About Us URL: https://fleetwage.com/about-us FleetWage was built by people who understand the delivery industry. Our mission is to eliminate payroll headaches for fleet operators and FedEx ISPs. ### Contact Us URL: https://fleetwage.com/contact-us Get in touch with the FleetWage team. Call us at (215) 999-2777, schedule a demo, or send us a message. We typically respond within 1 business day. ### Help Center URL: https://fleetwage.com/help Get help with FleetWage. Find answers to common questions about payroll setup, fuel cards, integrations, and account management. ### Security URL: https://fleetwage.com/security FleetWage uses industry-standard encryption, penetration testing, and continuous monitoring to protect your payroll data, employee information, and financial records. --- ## Blog ### Buy vs. Lease vs. Finance: Step Van Acquisition Math for FedEx ISPs URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/buy-vs-lease-vs-finance-step-van-acquisition-math-for-fedex-isps Tags: step van, fleet financing, FedEx ISP, TRAC lease, Section 179, bonus depreciation, fleet acquisition, P1200 2026 P1000/P1200 step van prices, real-world finance rates CSPs are getting, TRAC vs. FMV lease structures, Section 179 + bonus depreciation tax treatment, and a 5/7/10-year total cost of ownership comparison built for FedEx Ground contractors. ### Where FedEx Contractors Actually Find Drivers in 2026 (Beyond Indeed) URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/where-fedex-contractors-find-drivers-2026-beyond-indeed Tags: driver hiring, FedEx ISP, recruiting, driver retention, CSP operations, FedEx Ground Indeed is brutal. ZipRecruiter isn't better. Here are six channels FedEx ISPs are using to actually hire drivers in 2026 — CDL schools, referral structures that move the needle, Facebook groups that convert, and the truck-stop playbook nobody talks about. ### The DOT Audit Survival Guide for FedEx ISPs URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/dot-audit-survival-guide-for-fedex-isps Tags: DOT compliance, DOT audit, FedEx ISP, FMCSA, driver qualification files, DVIR, fleet safety What triggers a DOT audit, the six-file binder you should have ready year-round, how the auditor actually walks through it, and the seven findings that wreck FedEx contractors most often. ### The Complete RYDE Dashboard Guide: Beyond the Medal Tiers URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/complete-ryde-dashboard-guide-beyond-medal-tiers Tags: RYDE score, SPOTlight, FedEx ISP, customer experience, driver coaching, CSA owners Four pages, daily verbatim customer comments, and a coaching workflow most FedEx ISP owners never use. A page-by-page operational guide to the RYDE dashboard. ### Reading Your PPOD Report: A Complete Guide for FedEx CSA Owners URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/reading-your-ppod-report-complete-guide-for-csa-owners Tags: PPOD, SPOTlight, FedEx ISP, CSA owners, customer experience, driver coaching The Picture Proof of Delivery dashboard has 3 pages, 4 image classifications, and a refresh window most owners get wrong. A page-by-page playbook for using it to run your CSA. ### The Owner's Guide to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing for FedEx Contractors URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/dot-drug-and-alcohol-testing-guide-for-fedex-contractors Tags: DOT compliance, drug and alcohol testing, FedEx ISP, FMCSR, SAP evaluation, fleet safety Five testing types, one SAP process, and the compliance mistakes that take FedEx ISPs out of business. A practical playbook for ISP and CSA owners. ### How to Tie RYDE & PPOD Scores Into Driver Bonus Pay (A FedEx ISP Playbook) URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/tying-ryde-ppod-scores-to-driver-bonus-structure Tags: RYDE score, PPOD, driver bonuses, FedEx ISP, payroll automation, customer experience Most FedEx ISP bonus structures ignore the two metrics FedEx grades you on every day. Here are three CX-tied bonus models for ISP owners — with the math and the trade-offs. ### 5 Fleet Dashboard KPIs FedEx Contractors Track Weekly URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/understanding-your-fleet-dashboard-5-kpis-every-fedex-contractor-should-track-weekly-1775475746878 Tags: fleet-management, fedex-contractor, kpi-tracking Master your FedEx fleet operations with these 5 essential KPIs. Learn how tracking Total Revenue, Stops, Profit, and more can optimize your delivery business performance. ### 7 Ways to Cut Operating Expenses for FedEx ISPs URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/7-proven-strategies-to-reduce-operating-expenses-for-fedex-isp-fleet-contractors Tags: cost-reduction, fleet-management, FedEx-ISP, expense-optimization, payroll-management Discover actionable cost-cutting strategies that can save FedEx ISP contractors thousands monthly while maintaining service quality and driver satisfaction. ### SwipeLock: Physical Fuel Card Security for Fleets URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/swipelock-fuel-card-security Tags: Fuel Cards, Fleet Security, Fuel Fraud SwipeLock is a physical fuel card security device that prevents unauthorized in-store purchases. Learn how this simple device can save your fleet thousands per year in fuel card misuse. ### What to Look for in Fleet Payroll Software URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/what-to-look-for-fleet-payroll-software Tags: payroll software, fleet management, software selection, buyer guide Not all payroll software is built for fleet operations. Here is a buyer's guide to the features that matter most when choosing payroll software for your delivery fleet. ### 5 Signs Your Fleet Has Outgrown Spreadsheet Payroll URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/signs-fleet-outgrown-spreadsheet-payroll Tags: spreadsheet payroll, payroll scaling, fleet growth, FedEx ISP Spreadsheets were fine when you had three drivers. Now they are costing you time, money, and drivers. Here are five signs it is time to upgrade your payroll process. ### The Complete Guide to Fuel Deductions for ISP Owners URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/complete-guide-fuel-deductions-isp-owners Tags: fuel deductions, tax planning, FedEx ISP, fleet expenses Fuel is a major expense for FedEx ISP owners, and the tax code offers several ways to deduct it. This guide covers everything from basic fuel write-offs to fuel surcharge accounting. ### How to Track Revenue and Profit Per Route URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/track-revenue-profit-per-route Tags: route profitability, financial management, FedEx ISP, business analytics Knowing your overall P&L is not enough. Route-level profitability tracking reveals which routes are making money and which are quietly draining your margins. ### Overtime Rules Every FedEx Contractor Should Know URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/overtime-rules-fedex-contractors Tags: overtime, labor law, FedEx ISP, compliance Overtime compliance is one of the most misunderstood aspects of FedEx ISP payroll. Understanding federal and state overtime rules can protect you from costly lawsuits and back-pay claims. ### How FleetWage Integrates With ADP, Gusto, and Paychex URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/fleetwage-integrates-adp-gusto-paychex Tags: payroll integration, ADP, Gusto, Paychex Already using ADP, Gusto, or Paychex for tax filing and paycheck processing? FleetWage integrates with your existing payroll provider to add the FedEx-specific calculations they cannot do. ### 5 Ways to Reduce Payroll Errors in Your Delivery Fleet URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/reduce-fleet-payroll-errors Tags: payroll, fleet management, best practices Payroll errors cost fleet operators time, money, and driver trust. Here are 5 proven strategies to eliminate common mistakes and run error-free payroll. ### Workers' Compensation for FedEx Contractors Explained URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/workers-compensation-fedex-contractors Tags: workers compensation, FedEx ISP, insurance, compliance Workers' compensation insurance is a major expense for FedEx ISP owners, and getting it wrong can be financially devastating. Here is what you need to know about workers' comp for delivery fleet operations. ### The 6 Best Fuel Cards for FedEx P&D Contractors, Compared URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/best-fuel-cards-fedex-contractors Tags: fuel cards, FedEx ISP, cost savings Compare the top fuel cards for FedEx delivery contractors. We review rebates, network coverage, fraud controls, and which card works best for different fleet sizes. ### Fuel Card Management Best Practices for Fleet Owners URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/fuel-card-management-best-practices Tags: fuel cards, fleet management, cost reduction, fuel expenses Fuel is one of your biggest operating expenses. Smart fuel card management can reduce costs, prevent fraud, and simplify accounting. Here are the best practices every fleet owner should follow. ### How to Onboard New Drivers to Your Payroll System URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/onboard-new-drivers-payroll-system Tags: driver onboarding, payroll setup, new hire, FedEx ISP A smooth payroll onboarding process sets the tone for a driver's entire experience with your fleet. Learn how to get new drivers set up correctly from day one. ### FedEx Peak Season Payroll: What ISPs Need to Know URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/fedex-peak-season-payroll-isps Tags: peak season, FedEx ISP, seasonal payroll, holiday delivery Peak season brings higher revenue but also payroll complexity — surge stops, temporary drivers, overtime spikes, and bonus structures. Here is how to manage peak season payroll without chaos. ### The True Cost of Manual Payroll for Delivery Fleets URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/true-cost-manual-payroll-delivery-fleets Tags: manual payroll, spreadsheet payroll, payroll automation, FedEx ISP Spreadsheet payroll seems free, but the hidden costs of manual payroll processing add up fast. Learn what manual payroll really costs your delivery fleet operation in time, errors, and lost drivers. ### How to Set Up Per-Stop Pay Thresholds URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/how-to-set-up-per-stop-pay-thresholds Tags: per-stop pay, pay thresholds, driver incentives, FedEx ISP Per-stop pay thresholds incentivize drivers during high-volume days and peak season without blowing up your payroll budget. Learn how to design and implement an effective threshold system. ### Understanding FedEx Ground Settlement Reports URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/understanding-fedex-ground-settlement-reports Tags: settlement reports, FedEx Ground, ISP revenue, financial management FedEx Ground settlement reports determine your revenue, but they can be confusing and opaque. Learn how to read, reconcile, and leverage your settlement data for better business decisions. ### Driver Retention Strategies for FedEx ISP Owners URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/driver-retention-strategies-fedex-isp Tags: driver retention, FedEx ISP, employee retention, fleet management High driver turnover is the silent profit killer for FedEx ISP contractors. Discover proven strategies to keep your best drivers and reduce the costly cycle of hiring and training. ### Fuel Card Fraud Prevention: A Guide for Fleet Operators URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/fuel-card-fraud-prevention-guide Tags: fuel card fraud, fleet management, fuel cards, loss prevention Fuel card fraud costs fleet operators thousands each year. Learn the warning signs, common schemes, and practical prevention strategies to protect your bottom line. ### How to Manage Payroll Across Multiple CSAs URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/manage-payroll-across-multiple-csas Tags: multi-CSA, payroll management, FedEx ISP, scaling Expanding from one CSA to multiple territories multiplies your payroll complexity. Learn how to structure pay rates, track drivers, and maintain profitability visibility across all your contracted service areas. ### RYDE Score Medal Changes Raise Stakes for Contractors URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/new-ryde-score-changes-in-medals-are-raising-the-stakes-for-contractors Tags: FedEx ISP, RYDE score, compliance, contractor performance FedEx Ground's updated RYDE score system is changing how contractor performance is measured. Here's what ISP owners need to know about the new medal tiers and how to protect your standing. ### FedEx Contractor Tax Deductions You Might Be Missing URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/fedex-contractor-tax-deductions Tags: tax deductions, FedEx ISP, tax planning, fleet expenses FedEx ISP owners leave thousands on the table every year by overlooking legitimate business deductions. Here are the most commonly missed tax write-offs for delivery fleet operators. ### How to Automate Per-Stop Pay for Your Delivery Fleet URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/automate-per-stop-pay-guide Tags: payroll, automation, how-to A step-by-step guide to setting up automated per-stop pay calculations. Eliminate spreadsheet errors and save 10+ hours per week on payroll processing. ### Best Payroll Software for FedEx Contractors in 2026 URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/best-payroll-software-fedex-contractors-2026 Tags: payroll software, FedEx ISP, software comparison, ISP tools Choosing the right payroll software can save FedEx ISP owners hours every week and thousands in avoided errors. We compare the top options for 2026 and what features matter most. ### 10 Costly Payroll Mistakes FedEx Contractors Make URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/costly-payroll-mistakes-fedex-contractors Tags: payroll mistakes, FedEx ISP, compliance, payroll errors Payroll errors cost FedEx ISP owners thousands of dollars every year in overpayments, tax penalties, and driver turnover. Here are the ten most common mistakes and how to fix them. ### How to Calculate Per-Stop Pay for FedEx Drivers URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/how-to-calculate-per-stop-pay-fedex-drivers Tags: per-stop pay, driver compensation, FedEx ISP, payroll Per-stop pay is the backbone of FedEx Ground driver compensation, but getting it right is trickier than it sounds. Learn how to calculate fair and accurate per-stop rates that keep drivers happy and your margins healthy. ### Why We Built FleetWage for FedEx Contractor Payroll URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/why-we-built-fleet-wage-solving-the-payroll-headache-for-fedex-contractors Tags: FleetWage, company story, FedEx ISP, payroll automation The story behind FleetWage — why we built a payroll platform specifically for FedEx ISP contractors, and the problems we set out to solve. ### Top 5 Challenges Facing FedEx P&D Contractors in 2025 URL: https://fleetwage.com/blog/top-challenges-fedex-contractors-2025 Tags: FedEx ISP, fleet management, operations From driver retention to rising fuel costs, here are the biggest operational challenges FedEx ISP owners face — and practical strategies to address them. --- ## Legal ### Privacy Policy URL: https://fleetwage.com/privacy How FleetWage collects, uses, and protects your personal information and payroll data. ### Terms of Use URL: https://fleetwage.com/terms Terms and conditions for using the FleetWage scheduling, payroll, and workforce management platform.