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Skilled Trade Wage Maps
The skilled wage rate is used as the basis for determining the minimum of what an apprentice is paid at any time during the apprenticeship. It is derived from an analysis of the average pay scale of skilled workers in each region. The apprentice is paid a percentage, based on progress in the program. The State of Wisconsin Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards (BAS) sets the skilled wage rate, which is divided into seven regions for Wisconsin. These rates are in effect as of Feb. 1, 2020. Access the trade link to see the appropriate map, based on the contract (indenture) date to determine the correct wage rate.
The new Apprenticeship Skilled Wage Rates have been set by the Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards. These rates are in effect as of September 1, 2018. Access your trade link to see the appropriate map, based on your contract (indenture) date to determine your correct wage rate.
The new Apprenticeship Skilled Wage Rates have been set by the Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards. These rates are in effect as of September 1, 2016. Access your trade link to see the appropriate map, based on your contract (indenture) date to determine your correct wage rate.
The new Apprenticeship Skilled Wage Rates have been set by the Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards. These rates go into effect on September 1, 2015. Please see this memo from the Bureau that explains the wage rate, including exceptions for apprentices working outside their normal geographic area. Access your trade link to see the appropriate map, based on your contract (indenture) date to determine your correct wage rate.
- Bricklaying
- Carpentry (Commercial)
- Carpentry (Residential)
- Carpentry (Pile Driving)
- Concrete Finishing
- Construction Craft Laborer
- Electrician
- Electronic Systems Technician
- Fire Sprinkler Fitter
- Heat & Frost Insulator
The new Apprenticeship Skilled Wage Rates have been set by the Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards. These rates go into effect on September 1, 2014. Please see this memo from the Bureau that explains the wage rate, including exceptions for apprentices working outside their normal geographic area. Access your trade link to see the appropriate map, based on your contract (indenture) date to determine your correct wage rate.
