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Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
IDOL recovers unpaid wages for workers on Saline County solar project
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has recovered over $85,000 in unpaid wages. The IDOL has recovered these unpaid wages for 17 workers that were employed on a construction project in Saline County. IDOL also recovered more than $17,000 in penalties from D&D Electric, LLC (D&D). Eggs sold at Walmart, other grocers in 9 states recalled amid salmonella outbreak 'Illinois law requires that employees on publicly funded projects be paid a fair wage for their skilled work,' said Illinois Department of Labor Director Jane Flanagan. 'Making these workers whole reflects IDOL's commitment to enforcing the Prevailing Wage Act and holding employers accountable when they violate workers' rights.' IDOL says it began its investigation of the Harrisburg, Illinois-based contractor in 2024 for its work on a solar panel installation. The department says it determined D&D violated the State's Prevailing Wage Act by allegedly failing to properly classify workers and correctly compensate them for fringe benefits and overtime. IDOL explains the Prevailing Wage Act requires contractors and subcontractors to pay laborers, workers and mechanics employed on public works projects no less than the general prevailing rate of wages, which consists of hourly cash wages plus fringe benefits, for work of similar character in the locality where the work is performed. U.S. Supreme Court to hear Representative Bost's case on mail-in voting IDOl says the Illinois Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) ensured that new clean energy construction jobs are also quality high-wage jobs by requiring that contractors pay prevailing wages for workers on projects receiving incentives through the Illinois Power Agency. Officials say if a worker believes they have not been properly compensated for work performed in Illinois, they can file a complaint online or call 312-793-2800 with questions. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Evers & Sons Highlights Its Registered Apprenticeship Program Supporting 45Q Carbon Capture Projects
HOUSTON, March 26, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Evers & Sons Inc. is proud to highlight the success and growth of its U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program, designed to develop a skilled workforce pipeline for the growing carbon capture and storage (CCS) industry under the federal 45Q tax credit initiative. Through a hybrid model that combines 3,625–4,000 hours of on-the-job learning (OJL) with 300 hours of related technical instruction, the program provides program participants with the hands-on skills needed to thrive in industrial construction careers. Training covers a wide range of essential topics such as concrete formwork, excavation, flagging, pipe fitting, iron working, safety, and equipment operation, preparing apprentices for work across facilities, fabrication, pipeline, and maintenance divisions. The program is currently administered in partnership with Associated Builders & Contractors Construction Training Center and includes a structured wage progression that rewards apprentices as they advance in their training and skill development. Participants also benefit from mentorship, classroom instruction (including NCCER Core), and real-world jobsite rotations on active CCS projects. "Our Registered Apprenticeship Program ensures we are investing in the future of our industry by preparing the next generation of construction craft laborers with the skills and knowledge to support complex infrastructure and clean energy projects," said Felicia Muzny, Human Resources Director of Evers & Sons Inc. To date, Evers & Sons has hired over 40 construction laborer apprentices and currently has 12 actively enrolled in the program. The company proudly meets and exceeds apprenticeship participation requirements on all qualifying projects and maintains full compliance with the Prevailing Wage Act (PWA) and other applicable labor standards—demonstrating its commitment to workforce development, ethical employment practices, and sustainable industry growth. To learn more about apprenticeship opportunities at Evers & Sons or to become an employer partner in training the future workforce, please contact Human Resources at hr@ About Evers & Sons A third-generation family-operated firm, Evers & Sons Inc., is at the forefront of oil and gas construction. With comprehensive expertise in pipelines, gas and liquid plants, and fabrication, we offer services ranging from installation to integrity maintenance and even demolition. Rooted in Texas, our commitment to safety and quality has secured master service agreements with the nation's leading energy giants. The information contained in this press release is available on our website at View source version on Contacts For media inquiries, please contact:Stacy Wilkinson, Marketing ManagerEvers & Sons Inc.979-596-2139swilkinson@ Sign in to access your portfolio
