Building Construction — Berks, Pennsylvania
WD PA20260076-14534-bld · Revision 2 · Effective May 17, 2026
Quick Answer
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR - MECHANICAL in Berks, Pennsylvania (construction type: building) is $40.00/hr base + $29.81/hr fringe = $69.81/hr total package (WD PA20260076-14534-bld, Rev. 2).
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WD Number: PA20260076-14534-bld
Revision: 2
Construction Type: building
State: Pennsylvania (PA)
County: Berks
Effective: May 17, 2026
Trades covered: 36
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR - MECHANICAL | $40.00 | $29.81 | $69.81 Top 10% +196% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BOILERMAKER | $55.00 | $35.48 | $90.48 Top 10% +115% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $37.83 | $16.98 | $54.81 Above median +70% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $36.84 | $20.19 | $57.03 +100% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $24.95 | $16.78 | $41.73 Above median +45% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| DAY AFTER THE HOLIDAY): NEW YEARS'S DAY; MEMORIAL DAY; INDEPENDENCE DAY; LABOR DAY; VETERAN'S DAY; THANKSGIVING DAY AND THE FRIDAY AFTER THANKSGIVING | $61.41 | $38.44 | $99.85 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $46.02 | $27.98 | $74.00 Above median +135% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $40.84 | $28.36 | $69.20 Above median +120% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN ZONE PAY ZONE A: 1-25 MILES - $0.00 ZONE B: 25-55 MILES - $7.00 ZONE C: OVER 55 MILES NNSS - $7.00 ZONE D: NTTR - $7.50 | $40.33 | $32.62 | $72.95 Above median +132% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $41.14 | $3.94 | $45.08 +62% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, ORNAMENTAL | $34.27 | $22.55 | $56.82 Above median +45% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, REINFORCING | $56.50 | $45.30 | $101.80 Top 10% +160% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $37.26 | $32.63 | $69.89 Top 10% +79% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $36.37 | $25.32 | $61.69 Above median +165% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $26.00 | $23.97 | $49.97 Above median +114% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER (CONCRETE SAW; CONCRETE WORKER; FIRE WATCH) | $21.57 | $15.04 | $36.61 +57% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER (FORKLIFT) | $27.27 | $15.04 | $42.31 Above median +82% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: ASBESTOS ABATEMENT | $21.43 | $11.13 | $32.56 Above median +40% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $19.43 | $8.63 | $28.06 Above median +20% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $34.34 | $15.47 | $49.81 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: DRILL | $28.55 | $15.78 | $44.33 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $27.07 | $15.79 | $42.86 Above median +77% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: SPRAY ONLY | $29.51 | $20.15 | $49.66 Top 10% +106% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER: INCLUDING HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION | $59.65 | $42.78 | $102.43 Top 10% +220% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $40.90 | $18.13 | $59.03 Above median +84% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $32.59 | $18.10 | $50.69 Above median +80% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $34.18 | $26.26 | $60.44 Above median +115% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $32.86 | $25.86 | $58.72 Above median +109% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (HOIST, FORKLIFT) | $38.05 | $27.39 | $65.44 +132% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (HOIST, FORKLIFT) | $35.32 | $26.59 | $61.91 +120% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: CRANE, GRADALL, BULLDOZER, BOBCAT/SKID STEER/ SKID LOADER, GRADER/BLADE, LOADER, PAVER | $40.57 | $28.15 | $68.72 +144% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER: INCLUDES HVAC DUCT INSTALLATION FOOTNOTE: PAID HOLIDAY: ELECTION DAY | $43.09 | $42.52 | $85.61 Above median +157% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SPRINKLER FITTER | $49.75 | $28.96 | $78.71 Above median +146% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE FINISHER | $26.05 | $21.00 | $47.05 Above median +66% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE SETTER | $51.36 | $30.02 | $81.38 Top 10% +187% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $22.64 | $0.00 | $22.64 Above median -20% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Berks, PA — 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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Loaded cost (with burden)
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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 Berks, Pennsylvania.
- 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.