09 Wage Determination_TX20250090_03Jan25.pdf

This document is a General Decision wage determination for heavy construction projects in multiple Texas counties, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. The wage determination covers counties including Andrews, Borden, Brewster, Crane, Crockett, and others, establishing hourly rates for various construction job classifications effective January 3, 2025. Specific wage rates include $13.00 for Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, $9.00 for Common Laborer, $10.65 for Pipelayer, and rates ranging from $11.52 to $14.25 for different operator positions like Backhoe, Bulldozer, and Loader.

The document details wage requirements under Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, which mandate minimum wage rates for federal contractors. For contracts entered into or renewed on or after January 30, 2022, contractors must pay workers at least $17.75 per hour. For contracts awarded between January 1, 2015 and January 29, 2022, the minimum wage is $13.30 per hour. The wage determination also includes provisions for paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706 and instructions for appealing wage determinations through the U.S. Department of Labor's administrative process.