Heavy Construction — Jefferson, Kentucky
WD KY20260072-15314-hvy · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for CARPENTER in Jefferson, Kentucky (construction type: heavy) is $33.89/hr base + $24.06/hr fringe = $57.95/hr total package (WD KY20260072-15314-hvy, Rev. 1).
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Prevailing Wage Rates — All Trades
Base hourly rates and fringe benefit requirements for all trade classifications covered by this wage determination. Total package = base + fringe.
| Trade Classification | Base $/hr | Fringe $/hr | Total Package | H&W | Pension | Vacation | Training |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARPENTER | $33.89 | $24.06 | $57.95 Above median +137% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $40.96 | $22.44 | $63.40 Above median +122% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $25.46 | $17.49 | $42.95 +30% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER: ORNAMENTAL AND REINFORCING | $36.17 | $25.80 | $61.97 Top 10% +88% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: BACKFILLER | $19.64 | $10.08 | $29.72 +36% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: BLASTER, TUNNEL; CONCRETE FINISHING & POWDERMAN | $29.84 | $17.59 | $47.43 +118% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: CARPENTER TENDER & CONCRETE WORKER & SIGNAL MAN | $28.94 | $17.59 | $46.53 +113% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: CHIPPING GUNS & VIBRATING PLATE | $27.12 | $19.66 | $46.78 +115% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $19.30 | $10.40 | $29.70 Above median +36% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: CONCRETE SAW | $35.69 | $14.45 | $50.14 Above median +130% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: FLAGGER | $35.52 | $14.45 | $49.97 Top 10% +129% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: FORM-STRIPPING, GRADE CHECKER | $26.87 | $19.66 | $46.53 +113% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $27.87 | $0.00 | $27.87 Above median +28% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LINE CONSTRUCTION: EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $35.64 | $20.39 | $56.03 Bottom 10% +53% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LINE CONSTRUCTION: GROUNDMAN | $29.70 | $18.66 | $48.36 +32% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LINE CONSTRUCTION: LINEMAN FOOTNOTE: A. 6 OBSERVED HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY; MEMORIAL DAY; INDEPENDENCE DAY; LABOR DAY; THANKSGIVING DAY; & CHRISTMAS | $38.69 | $15.25 | $53.94 Bottom 10% +48% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LINE CONSTRUCTION: TRUCK DRIVER FOOTNOTE: A. 6 OBSERVED HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY; MEMORIAL DAY; INDEPENDENCE DAY; LABOR DAY; THANKSGIVING DAY; & CHRIS | $16.93 | $9.77 | $26.70 -27% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $26.76 | $13.00 | $39.76 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BULLDOZER | $24.60 | $15.64 | $40.24 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: FORKLIFT | $40.05 | $19.10 | $59.15 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: LOADER | $26.50 | $13.00 | $39.50 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: MECHANIC | $25.81 | $13.00 | $38.81 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: ROLLER | $23.39 | $13.00 | $36.39 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: TRENCHER | $26.34 | $12.58 | $38.92 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATORS OPERATING CRANES, WHERE THE LENGTH OF THE BOOM IN COMBINATION WITH THE LENGTH OF THE PILING LEADS EQUAL OR EXCEEDS 150 FEET, SHALL RECEIVE $ | $38.69 | $19.60 | $58.29 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR GROUP 4 OILER; PUMP OPERATORS ON CRANES WITH BOOMS 150 FEET AND OVER SHALL RECEIVE $1.00 ABOVE GROUP 1 RATE; 250 FEET AND OVE | $38.37 | $19.60 | $57.97 Top 10% +111% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| RECEIVE $1.50 ABOVE CLASS 1 RATE. COMBINATION RATE: ALL CRANE OPERATORS OPERATING CRANES, WHERE THE LENGTH OF THE BOOM IN COMBINATION WITH THE LENGTH | $41.55 | $19.60 | $61.15 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $16.80 | $4.06 | $20.86 Above median -22% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Jefferson, KY — Heavy construction prevailing wage rates. Add a row for each trade in your crew, set the number of workers and hours, and optionally add a burden percentage for payroll taxes, workers’ comp, and insurance.
| Trade | Workers | Hours/worker | Rate $/hr | Subtotal |
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This is an estimate only. Burden percentages vary widely by state, employer experience modifier, and benefit plan structure. Davis-Bacon also requires per-trade record-keeping on Form WH-347; this calculator does not replace certified payroll reporting.
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Compliance Notes
- This wage determination applies to federal contracts for heavy construction in Jefferson, Kentucky.
- The Davis-Bacon Act applies to contracts ≥$2,000 involving construction, alteration, or repair of federal or federally assisted buildings.
- The total package (base + fringe) is the minimum hourly labor cost per worker. Employers may satisfy fringe requirements by contributing to bona fide benefit plans.
- Apprentices must be registered with a DOL-approved apprenticeship program to be paid apprentice rates.
- Contractors must post this wage determination at the job site. Certified payroll records must be submitted weekly using Form WH-347.
- If a trade classification you need isn't listed below, request a conformance from the DOL Wage and Hour Division.