Attachment 04 Charleston County WD SC20260023.pdf

This is a Wage Determination document (General Decision Number SC20260023, effective 01/02/2026) for building construction projects in Charleston County, South Carolina, superseding the previous determination SC20250023. The document applies to building construction projects excluding single-family homes and apartments up to four stories.

The wage determination establishes prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for multiple construction classifications organized by trade. Key rates include: Ironworker, Structural at $29.75 per hour with $18.00 fringe; Pipefitter at $36.00 per hour with $14.19 fringe; Bricklayer at $18.00 per hour with no fringe; Carpenter (Drywall Hanging Only) at $16.32 per hour with $1.50 fringe; Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher at $14.77 per hour with no fringe; Electrician at $15.86 per hour with no fringe; HVAC Mechanic at $19.24 per hour with $2.69 fringe; various Laborer classifications ranging from $9.45 to $14.69 per hour; multiple Operator classifications ranging from $14.18 to $19.62 per hour; Painter at $12.74 per hour with no fringe; Plumber at $18.95 per hour with $5.35 fringe; Roofer at $11.92 per hour with no fringe; and Truck Driver at $14.21 per hour with $3.24 fringe. The document includes notes regarding Executive Orders 13706 and 13658 establishing paid sick leave requirements for federal contractors and minimum wage provisions. Additional guidance is provided on rate identifiers, the appeals process, and contact information for wage determination inquiries directed to the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division.