Wage Determination MT20250067 06-06-2025.pdf

This is a General Decision (MT2025067) issued by the Department of Labor establishing prevailing wage rates for heavy construction projects in Missoula County, Montana, effective 06/06/2025. The decision supersedes General Decision Number MT2024067 and applies to federal construction contracts subject to the Davis-Bacon Act.

The wage determination covers multiple construction classifications including boilermaker ($38.75/hour plus $32.31 fringes), carpenter ($36.49/hour plus $14.33 fringes), electrician ($40.71/hour plus $17.94 fringes), plumber ($39.38/hour plus $16.23 fringes), and various power equipment operators ranging from $23.47 to $42.23 per hour depending on equipment type. Geographic zone differentials apply based on distance from county courthouse to project sites, with base rates for 0-30 miles, additional $4.00 for 31-60 miles, and $6.00 for over 60 miles. For contracts entered into or extended after January 30, 2022, Executive Order 14026 requires a minimum wage of $17.75 per hour for covered workers, while contracts awarded between January 1, 2015 and January 29, 2022 are subject to Executive Order 13658 with a $13.30 per hour minimum. The decision includes provisions for paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706 and establishes an appeals process through the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division for wage determination disputes.