General Decision MT20260025 - Montana Building Construction Wage Determination

This document is a General Decision issued by the U.S. Department of Labor establishing prevailing wage rates for building construction work in Montana counties of Beaverhead, effective 05/18/2026 (Modification 1). The wage determination applies to federal construction contracts in the Building construction type and supersedes a prior decision dated 01/02/2026 (Modification 0).

The document lists prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for 17 skilled trades and labor classifications, including Heat and Frost Insulator ($43.81/hour, 21.87 fringe), Boilermaker ($38.75/hour, 32.31 fringe), Bricklayer ($33.11/hour, 17.18 fringe), Carpenters-Acoustical Ceiling Installation ($30.24/hour, 14.33 fringe), Electrician ($40.00/hour, 19.88 fringe), Elevator Mechanic ($67.61/hour, 38.44 fringe), Ironworker-Structural and Reinforcing ($32.08/hour, 29.06 fringe), Laborer-Zone 1 Mason Tender-Brick ($23.05/hour, 12.72 fringe), Plumber ($46.45/hour, 19.92 fringe), Pipefitter ($46.45/hour, 19.92 fringe), Sprinkler Fitter ($39.97/hour, 24.40 fringe), Sheet Metal Worker-HVAC Duct Installation ($40.00/hour, 22.07 fringe), and multiple other classifications including Truck Driver, Roofer, Painter, and Operators. Rates include zoning provisions where applicable based on distance from county courthouse. The determination references Executive Order 13706 regarding paid sick leave for federal contractors and Executive Order 13658 establishing a minimum wage of $13.65/hour for covered workers on Davis-Bacon Act contracts through December 31, 2026.