Attachment_10_-_Wage_Determination.pdf

This document is a General Decision wage determination for highway construction projects in Montana, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. The wage determination provides detailed hourly rates and fringe benefits for various construction job classifications, including carpenters ($36.05 base rate), cement masons ($33.41), divers, electricians, ironworkers, laborers, painters, power equipment operators, and truck drivers. The document specifies different wage rates based on job groups and includes specific provisions related to Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, which establish minimum wage requirements for federal contractors, such as providing paid sick leave and ensuring workers are paid at least $17.75 per hour for contracts entered into after January 30, 2022.

The wage determination includes comprehensive details about wage rate identifiers, including union rates, survey rates, and state-adopted rates. It outlines a process for workers to appeal wage determinations and provides contact information for various branches of the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division. The document is effective from January 3, 2025, and covers highway construction projects statewide in Montana, with wage rates that vary by job classification and group, reflecting the complexity and skill level of different construction roles.