HVAC union pay in Atlanta, GA
Union HVAC journeyman base pay in Atlanta, GA runs $38.29–$41.18/hr on the 2 published UA and SMART wage sheets we hold — about $79,470 a year at $39.74/hr before the fringe package. Each rate below links to the local's full pay page with its source and effective date.
HVAC rates by local — Atlanta
| Local | Journeyman / hr | Total package | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA Local 72 pay scale | $41.18 | $58.19 | 08/01/2025 | U.S. DOL Davis-Bacon determination GA20260307, rev. 2 |
| SMART Local 85 pay scale | $38.29 | $53.01 | 8/3/25 | unionpayscales.com |
Base rates only; fringes are paid on top. Gulfstream does not set union rates.
HVAC union pay questions — Atlanta
How much do union HVACs make in Atlanta?
Journeyman base pay on the published UA and SMART sheets for Atlanta, GA is $38.29–$41.18/hr, before employer-paid fringes. UA Local 72 lists $41.18/hr with a $58.19/hr total package.
Which union locals cover HVAC work in Atlanta?
UA Local 72, SMART Local 85 have halls in Atlanta, GA. Confirm jurisdiction with the hall before relying on a rate.
Is this the contract rate or a prevailing wage?
Each rate is labelled with its source. Some come from the local's own wage sheet; others come from a DOL Davis-Bacon determination, which is a prevailing wage and not necessarily the CBA rate. Gulfstream does not set union rates.