Heavy Construction — Washington, Utah
WD UT20260094-17762-hvy · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER in Washington, Utah (construction type: heavy) is $19.69/hr base + $1.17/hr fringe = $20.86/hr total package (WD UT20260094-17762-hvy, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $19.69 | $1.17 | $20.86 -22% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $41.23 | $17.66 | $58.89 +99% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $17.65 | $8.59 | $26.24 Above median +18% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $17.91 | $0.00 | $17.91 Above median -19% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $22.50 | $10.04 | $32.54 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER | $25.29 | $0.00 | $25.29 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: LOADER | $25.23 | $13.03 | $38.26 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $33.04 | $16.09 | $49.13 Above median +71% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRAFFIC CONTROL | $23.71 | $9.78 | $33.49 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $21.80 | $11.41 | $33.21 Top 10% +16% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Washington, UT — 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 Washington, Utah.
- 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.