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Lovegreen

Millwright - Future Opportunities

Eagan, MN · On-site

$27.92/hr

Through the apprenticeship program, you'll be paid to learn everything you need to know to become a skilled millwright. 2025 union pay scale begins at $27.92/hour for 1st year apprentices. What You ...

Lovegreen

Millwright - Future Opportunities

Eagan, MN · On-site

$27.92/hr

Through the apprenticeship program, you'll be paid to learn everything you need to know to become a skilled millwright. 2025 union pay scale begins at $27.92/hour for 1st year apprentices. What You ...

NMRCC

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Carpenter Hiring Combine

Rochester, MN · On-site

$47.67 - $74.23/hr

A tuition-free NMRCC apprenticeship will give you the training you need to succeed in the construction industry. Participation is open to union members and non-members who would like to work in the ...

McGough Construction

Laborer

Duluth, MN · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

LABORER McGough Construction is hiring for entry-level apprenticeship or journeyman laborers. This is a full-time hourly position with union pay scales per regional location. Job Responsibilities:

McGough Construction

Laborer

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$16.75 - $20.50/hr

LABORER McGough Construction is hiring for entry-level apprenticeship or journeyman laborers. This is a full-time hourly position with union pay scales per regional location. Job Responsibilities:

McGough Construction

Laborer

Rochester, MN · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

LABORER McGough Construction is hiring for entry-level apprenticeship or journeyman laborers. This is a full-time hourly position with union pay scales per regional location. Job Responsibilities:

McGough Construction

Laborer

Rochester, MN · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

LABORER McGough Construction is hiring for entry-level apprenticeship or journeyman laborers. This is a full-time hourly position with union pay scales per regional location. Job Responsibilities:

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How much do union apprentice jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for union apprentice in Minnesota is $21.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.97 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How can I get a union apprenticeship?

To get a union apprenticeship as a Union Apprentice, you typically need to meet age and education requirements, complete an application, and pass an entrance exam or interview. Applicants often must be physically capable of performing the work and may need to provide references or proof of basic skills. Once accepted, apprentices usually undergo paid on-the-job training combined with classroom instruction over several years.

What does a union apprentice do?

As a union apprentice, your daily responsibilities will often include assisting experienced journeymen with hands-on tasks, preparing job sites, operating tools and machinery under supervision, and learning essential trade skills through practical experience. You will also attend scheduled classroom training sessions where you'll study safety protocols, trade theory, and industry best practices. Collaboration is important, as you'll work closely with other apprentices and seasoned professionals, receiving feedback and gradually taking on more complex assignments as your skills develop. This structure ensures you gain a comprehensive understanding of the trade while building strong working relationships within your union team.

What is the difference between Union Apprentice vs Electrician?

AspectUnion ApprenticeElectrician
CredentialsApprenticeship program, on-the-job training, and classroom instructionJourneyman or master electrician license, certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial settings, regulated union environmentsConstruction, maintenance, industrial facilities, residential projects
Employer & Industry UsageUnion-based construction companies, electrical contractorsElectrical contractors, industrial firms, maintenance companies

Union Apprentices are in training programs that combine classroom learning with on-the-job experience, often working under supervision. Electricians are fully qualified professionals with licensing and certifications, capable of working independently. While apprentices are in the process of becoming electricians, both roles are integral to electrical work in various industries.

What is a union apprentice?

A union apprentice is an individual who is learning a skilled trade through a structured program managed by a labor union. Apprenticeships combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction and allow apprentices to earn while they learn. Union apprenticeships are typically sponsored by joint labor-management committees and are designed to develop the skills needed for a specific trade, such as electrician, plumber, or carpenter. Upon completion, apprentices usually become journeymen and can work independently in their trade.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a union apprentice?

To thrive as a Union Apprentice, you need a basic understanding of trade skills, a high school diploma or GED, and often must meet specific union entry requirements. Familiarity with hand and power tools, safety protocols, and sometimes OSHA certification are commonly required. Strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, teamwork, and good communication skills help apprentices excel in demanding environments. These attributes are vital for ensuring safety, skill development, and effective collaboration on job sites.
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Infographic showing various Union Apprentice job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,863 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

Finance Compliance Manager-Prevailing Wage and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)

M. A. Mortenson Company

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Mortenson rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking a Finance Compliance Manager-Prevailing Wage and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) to lead a team responsible for the company's prevailing wage and apprenticeship compliance program for applicable construction projects, ensuring accurate pay classification, fringe benefit treatment, certified payroll support, and audit ready documentation in alignment with DavisBacon/DBRA requirements and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) prevailing wage and apprenticeship provisions. This role partners closely with Legal, Payroll, HR, and project teams to reduce compliance risk across union and nonunion work across multiple states in the energy sector.
Work Location MN-Minneapolis-Headquarters
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Own the prevailing wage and IRA apprenticeship compliance program for applicable projects, including procedures, controls, documentation standards
  • Review contract, grant, and customer requirements to determine prevailing wage/IRA applicability; translate requirements into clear project setup, workflows, and responsibilities
  • Directly manage and develop team members through hiring/onboarding, work allocation, training, quality review, coaching, and performance management
  • Set team goals and service-level expectations; manage capacity planning, prioritization across projects, and escalation paths for high-risk issues
  • Partner with project teams to ensure compliant contract documents including pay determinations (classifications, base wage rates, fringes), for union and nonunion scenarios and multistate requirements
  • Oversee certified payroll and customer/agency reporting processes (as applicable), ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and reconciliation to source payroll and project records
  • Maintain an audit ready compliance file for each project, including correspondence, determinations, evidence, and decisions; ensure retention and version control
  • Monitor and support compliance with IRA requirements; identify risks early and coordinate corrective actions with project leadership
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and customers on prevailing wage/IRA compliance questions; provide guidance and document interpretations
  • Coordinate customer, and third party audits: manage requests, prepare support, respond to inquiries, and track findings through resolution
  • Oversee subcontractor compliance support where required, including collection and review of fringe benefit documentation and reasonableness/completeness checks
  • Establish quality controls and periodic monitoring to validate classifications, fringe calculations, and documentation; perform root cause analysis and drive remediation
  • Maintain and deliver training and reference materials; identify opportunities to improve systems, templates, and workflows to increase consistency and reduce compliance risk
  • Participate in and lead initiatives as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in prevailing wage compliance, payroll compliance, project accounting/finance compliance, labor compliance, or audit, including experience supporting audits and issue remediation.
  • Prior people management experience strongly preferred
  • Proficiency in Excel and comfort working across payroll/timekeeping systems and ERP/project systems preferred.
  • Experience with IRA apprenticeship tracking/reporting and/or certified payroll reporting for public works, utilities, or energy projects is strongly preferred
  • Experience with compliance platforms (e.g., LCPtracker) and document management practices is preferred
  • Knowledge of prevailing wage compliance concepts
  • Ability to interpret and apply IRA prevailing wage and apprenticeship provisions and translate requirements into operational processes and documentation
  • Strong reconciliation and data analysis skills (Excel), with the ability to trace reported figures to payroll, timekeeping, and project source records
  • Demonstrated people leadership and project management skills, including prioritization, quality review, and meeting deadlines across multiple concurrent projects
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical compliance requirements to field and project teams and document interpretations
  • Strong documentation discipline and audit readiness, including evidence standards, retention, and issue tracking/remediation
  • High integrity, confidentiality, and sound judgment

A few benefits offered include:
(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)
For Union roles, please click here for benefit language.
  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $118,600 - $178,000. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%). If applicable: This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.
Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.
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Please make note:
  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON
As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.
Let's Redefine Possible®
Equal Employment Opportunity
Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.
Other Items to Note
  • Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
  • Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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M. A. Mortenson is a prominent name in the construction industry, based out of Minneapolis, MN, US. Established in 1954 by M.A. Mortenson Sr., the company has over six decades of experience offering construction services that have contributed to building lasting infrastructures across various sectors, including healthcare, energy, corporate, and sports. Mortenson has proven its exceptional expertise through a range of complex building and facility projects across the US fulfilling the customer's specifications and exceeding their expectations. Moreover, the company's core values are outlined as ‘Do the Right Thing’, ‘We Before I’, ‘Inspire What’s Possible’, and ‘In it for the long haul’.

Industry

Manufacturing and construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

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