Very often; in fact 6 days seems to be the new norm, followed by 3-4 offs.
Vacation is 4w/y plus 2 days, one week per every three months, there is a bidding system operated as first come first served but completely without transparency, so either you get what you like or you get "complimentary vacation" on scheduling departments behalf.. Everybody (contractors) commutes so stating its not a commuting contract is nonsense! LNIDA: True for now at least...