Building Construction — Seward, Nebraska
WD NE20260061-15966-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Seward, Nebraska (construction type: building) is $24.44/hr base + $0.00/hr fringe = $24.44/hr total package (WD NE20260061-15966-bld, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 27 trade classifications covered by this determination.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRICKLAYER | $24.44 | $0.00 | $24.44 -15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $33.42 | $18.66 | $52.08 +118% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $18.48 | $1.78 | $20.26 -15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $15.77 | $2.06 | $17.83 -23% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $20.15 | $4.84 | $24.99 -13% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN ZONE 1: 0 TO 35 MILES FROM THE MAIN POST OFFICE IN LINCOLN | $35.00 | $18.88 | $53.88 Top 10% +87% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN ZONE 2: 36 TO 50 MILES FROM THE MAIN POST OFFICE IN LINCOLN | $35.30 | $18.91 | $54.21 Top 10% +88% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN ZONE 3: 51 TO 75 MILES FROM THE MAIN POST OFFICE IN LINCOLN | $35.60 | $18.94 | $54.54 Top 10% +89% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN ZONE 4: 76 MILES AND OVER FROM THE MAIN POST OFFICE IN LINCOLN | $36.00 | $18.99 | $54.99 Top 10% +91% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN: ALARM INSTALLATION | $19.68 | $4.12 | $23.80 Above median -18% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELEVATOR MECHANIC FOOTNOTE: A. VACATION PAY: 8% FOR PERSONS WITH 5 OR MORE YEARS OF SERVICE, 6% FOR PERSONS WITH LESS THAN 5 YEARS OF SERVICE. B. PAID | $55.88 | $38.44 | $94.32 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| FORM WORKER | $14.97 | $2.06 | $17.03 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $39.00 | $22.30 | $61.30 Above median +106% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $24.00 | $13.48 | $37.48 +67% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $12.11 | $0.00 | $12.11 -46% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $20.68 | $4.93 | $25.61 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER | $21.72 | $2.10 | $23.82 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: CRANE | $36.44 | $18.69 | $55.13 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: FORKLIFT | $31.06 | $18.69 | $49.75 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: LOADER | $19.27 | $4.00 | $23.27 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: BRUSH, ROLLER AND SPRAY | $14.26 | $0.00 | $14.26 -34% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER: INCLUDING HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION | $46.25 | $21.10 | $67.35 Above median +123% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER, EXCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION | $22.92 | $6.00 | $28.92 -4% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $13.57 | $0.77 | $14.34 -35% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $39.65 | $19.87 | $59.52 +111% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $21.89 | $6.30 | $28.19 +0% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER, INCLUDES DUMP AND TANDEM TRUCK | $14.09 | $2.49 | $16.58 Above median -40% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Seward, NE — Building 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.
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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 building construction in Seward, Nebraska.
- 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.