Register of Wage Determinations Under the Service Contract Act

This document is a Register of Wage Determinations issued by the U.S. Department of Labor Employment Standards Administration Wage and Hour Division for Colorado, specifically applicable to Colorado Counties of Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Elbert, Gilpin, Jefferson and Park (Wage Determination No. 2015-5419, Revision 33, effective as of 8/22/2026).

The wage determination establishes prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for service contract employees across numerous occupational categories, organized by occupational code and title. Rates range significantly by position level and specialty, from approximately $16.28 per hour for entry-level positions such as Waiter/Waitress to $58.48 per hour for specialized positions including Air Crew Training Devices Instructors (Pilot) and Maintenance Test Pilots. All listed occupations receive a minimum health and welfare benefit of $5.92 per hour (up to 40 hours per week or $236.80 per week/$3,926.13 per month). Computer employees, air traffic controllers, and weather observers have specific footnoted exemptions and additional compensation requirements. The determination requires a minimum of eleven paid holidays annually, vacation accrual provisions (2-4 weeks based on tenure), and uniform allowances where applicable. Contractors must comply with Executive Orders 13706 and 13658 regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements on SCA-covered contracts. The document includes detailed guidance on hazardous duty pay differentials (4-8% premiums), conformance procedures for unlisted occupations, and uniform maintenance cost reimbursement standards.