J_1_DBA_WD___WA20260054_dtd_01232026_Okanogan_County__WA_(7_Pages).pdf

This is a Wage Determination document issued by the U.S. Department of Labor establishing prevailing wage rates for heavy construction projects, including water and sewer line construction, in Okanogan County, Washington. The determination (WA20260054) was published on January 2, 2026, with a modification issued on January 23, 2026, superseding the prior determination (WA20250054).

The wage determination establishes hourly rates and fringe benefits for multiple construction classifications across two geographic zones within the county divided by the 120th meridian. For the western zone, rates are provided for Carpenters ($44.21 base rate, $17.28 fringes), Millwrights ($61.62 base, $20.43 fringes), Linemen ($60.54 base, $23.97+1.5% fringes), Electricians ($46.15 base, $26.10 fringes), and various power equipment operator groups (ranging from $55.43-$63.35 base rates with $27.57 fringes). The eastern zone includes eight power equipment operator groups ranging from $41.17-$45.36 base rates with $23.40 fringes, plus classifications for Ironworkers ($43.40 base, $32.77 fringes), Laborers in multiple groups ($37.03-$43.21 base, $16.90 fringes), and Painters ($36.26 base, $17.01 fringes). The determination applies union rates where prevailing, weighted union average rates, survey rates, and state-adopted rates as applicable. Additional notes address Executive Order requirements for paid sick leave and minimum wage provisions under Executive Order 13658, with rates effective through 2025.