Heavy Construction — Jefferson, Texas
WD TX20260061-14817-hvy · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Jefferson, Texas (construction type: heavy) is $32.08/hr base + $14.84/hr fringe = $46.92/hr total package (WD TX20260061-14817-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRICKLAYER | $32.08 | $14.84 | $46.92 +91% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $15.20 | $0.40 | $15.60 Bottom 10% -43% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSULATOR/ASBESTOS WORKER | $30.20 | $16.62 | $46.82 +103% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON | $10.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 Bottom 10% -46% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| MILLWRIGHT | $19.72 | $3.73 | $23.45 Bottom 10% -21% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER | $13.20 | $0.34 | $13.54 Bottom 10% -52% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: CRANE | $15.20 | $0.40 | $15.60 Bottom 10% -35% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $29.70 | $13.85 | $43.55 +62% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Jefferson, TX — 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, Texas.
- 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.