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Anyone working on a public works project must be paid prevailing wages as determined by DIR. Projects of $30,000 or more must meet DIR's apprenticeship requirements.

The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) improves conditions for California's workers and advances opportunities for employers. DIR has four divisions and six commissions, boards and programs.

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) protects and improves the health, safety, and economic well-being of over 18 million wage earners and helps their employers comply with state …

State of CaliforniaDepartment of Industrial Relations Permits, Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations Permits, Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations Get information about permits, licenses, …

State of CaliforniaIf you have not created a new account since May 24, 2024, you must create a new account for your contractor on Public Works Website Services. See this how-to guide for detailed …

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) Public Works team is preparing for the release of its modernized Public Works website services this summer.

All DIR offices will be closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025 for Christmas Day and Thursday, January 1, 2026 for New Year’s Day. Visit the State Holidays page for more information.

State of CaliforniaDepartment of Industrial Relations Databases Databases Apprenticeship information Apprentice programs by county and occupation Public works programs by county and occupation …

Register public works projects with DIR. Project registration must be completed within 30 days of awarding the contract, but no later than the first day in which a contractor has workers employed …