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Montana elevator constructor prevailing wage, county by county
An elevator constructor's prevailing wage on Montana public works is $115.15 an hour in every county that has one (56), for the main classification.
Elevator Constructor rate in each Montana county, A to Z
| County | Base wage | Fringe benefits | Total rate | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Beaverhead CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Big Horn CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Blaine CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Broadwater CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Carbon CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Carter CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Cascade CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Chouteau CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Custer CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Daniels CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Dawson CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Deer Lodge CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Fallon CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Fergus CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Flathead CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Missoula County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Gallatin CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Garfield CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Glacier CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Golden Valley CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Granite CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Hill CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Jefferson CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Judith Basin CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Lake CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Missoula County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Lewis and Clark CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Liberty CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Lincoln CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Missoula County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Madison CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
McCone CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Meagher CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Mineral CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Missoula County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Missoula CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Missoula County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Musselshell CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Park CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Petroleum CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Phillips CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Pondera CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Powder River CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Powell CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Prairie CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Ravalli CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Missoula County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Richland CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Roosevelt CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Rosebud CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Sanders CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Missoula County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Sheridan CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Silver Bow CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Stillwater CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Sweet Grass CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Teton CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Toole CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Lewis and Clark County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Treasure CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Valley CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Wheatland CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Gallatin County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Wibaux CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Yellowstone CountyELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS · Yellowstone County group | $67.61 | $47.54 | $115.15 | Apr 25, 2026 | MTDLI-BLD-2026-04-25 |
Main elevator constructor classification in each county (Elevator constructors), DLI 2026 rates, revised April 25, 2026. "The wage rates applicable to a particular public works project are those in effect at the time the bid specifications are advertised" (ARM 24.17.127). Checked October 25, 2026.
How much does an elevator constructor make on prevailing wage in Montana?
$115.15 an hour in every county that has a rate, for the main classification. 4 groups of counties with identical rates and 0 with rates of their own, highest main rate first.
- Yellowstone County group21 counties · ELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS$115.15
- Gallatin County group14 counties · ELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS$115.15
- Lewis and Clark County group14 counties · ELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS$115.15
- Missoula County group7 counties · ELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS$115.15
Which counties share a rate
| Counties | Main classification | Base wage | Total rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellowstone County group, 21 localities: Big Horn, Carbon, Carter, Custer, Daniels, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, McCone, Musselshell, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Roosevelt, Rosebud, Sheridan, Stillwater, Treasure, Valley, Wibaux, Yellowstone | ELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS | $67.61 | $115.15 |
| Gallatin County group, 14 localities: Blaine, Cascade, Chouteau, Fergus, Gallatin, Golden Valley, Hill, Judith Basin, Meagher, Park, Petroleum, Phillips, Sweet Grass, Wheatland | ELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS | $67.61 | $115.15 |
| Lewis and Clark County group, 14 localities: Beaverhead, Broadwater, Deer Lodge, Glacier, Granite, Jefferson, Lewis and Clark, Liberty, Madison, Pondera, Powell, Silver Bow, Teton, Toole | ELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS | $67.61 | $115.15 |
| Missoula County group, 7 localities: Flathead, Lake, Lincoln, Mineral, Missoula, Ravalli, Sanders | ELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS | $67.61 | $115.15 |
4 groups of counties with identical DLI rates, and 0 counties with rates of their own.
DLI publishes journey-level rates only. Registered apprentices are paid the percentage of this rate set in their apprenticeship program, plus the full fringe benefit (18-2-416(2) MCA); unregistered apprentices get the journey-level rate.
Questions about Montana elevator constructor pay
What is the elevator constructor prevailing wage in Yellowstone County?
$115.15 an hour: a $67.61 base wage plus $47.54 in benefits, under DLI 2026 rates, revised April 25, 2026. Overtime and every elevator constructor classification in Yellowstone County.
Does elevator constructor prevailing wage include fringe benefits?
Yes. In Yellowstone County the $115.15 total is a $67.61 base wage plus $47.54 in benefits, about 41% of the total. The employer owes the full amount for every hour worked.
Does elevator constructor prevailing wage pay overtime in Montana?
Hours over 40 in a week pay at least 1½ times the basic hourly rate. Overtime is calculated on the base rate, not the benefit, and benefits are paid for every hour at the straight-time amount (DLI FAQ). There is no daily overtime.
Do apprentice elevator constructors get this rate?
DLI publishes journey-level rates only. Registered apprentices are paid the percentage of this rate set in their apprenticeship program, plus the full fringe benefit (18-2-416(2) MCA); unregistered apprentices get the journey-level rate.
Why do some counties have the same elevator constructor rate?
DLI often publishes the same elevator constructor rates for several counties. Across Montana, the 56 counties with an elevator constructor rate fall into 4 distinct sets of rates, and 4 of those sets are shared by more than one county; the largest covers 21 counties (the Yellowstone County group).