HVAC union pay in Springfield, IL
Union HVAC journeyman base pay in Springfield, IL runs $38.54–$43.89/hr on the 2 published UA and SMART wage sheets we hold — about $82,430 a year at $41.22/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 — Springfield
| Local | Journeyman / hr | Total package | Effective | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA Local 137 pay scale | $43.89 | $69.60 | 04/01/2025 | DOL Davis-Bacon Wage Determination IL20260004 |
| SMART Local 218 pay scale | $38.54 | $68.91 | 06/01/2023 | DOL Davis-Bacon Wage Determination IL20260004 |
Base rates only; fringes are paid on top. Gulfstream does not set union rates.
HVAC union pay questions — Springfield
How much do union HVACs make in Springfield?
Journeyman base pay on the published UA and SMART sheets for Springfield, IL is $38.54–$43.89/hr, before employer-paid fringes. UA Local 137 lists $43.89/hr with a $69.60/hr total package.
Which union locals cover HVAC work in Springfield?
UA Local 137, SMART Local 218 have halls in Springfield, IL. 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.