Wage Determination Summary

This is a Register of Wage Determinations under the Service Contract Act issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. The determination applies to North Dakota counties including Nelson, Pembina, Ransom, Richland, Sargent, Steele, Traill, and Walsh (Wage Determination No. 2015-5387, Revision No. 28, effective 5/13/2026).

The document establishes prevailing wage rates for 180+ occupational classifications across multiple industry sectors, ranging from administrative and clerical positions (starting at $15.82/hour for Travel Clerk I) to specialized technical and health occupations (reaching $49.78/hour for Cable Splicer). Rates are organized by occupation code and title, with fringe benefits of $5.55 per hour (up to 40 hours/week or $222.00/week) required for all listed positions. Special provisions apply to computer employees, air traffic controllers, weather observers, and hazardous material handlers, with applicable differentials for night pay, Sunday work, and hazard exposure. The determination includes uniform allowance provisions ($3.35/week or $0.67/day), vacation accrual (2-4 weeks based on tenure), and mandatory holidays (11 paid days annually). Executive Orders 13706 and 13658 regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage thresholds are noted as applicable to covered contracts awarded on or after specified dates.