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Electrical Equipment Repair
This standard is for grading nonsupervisory jobs involved in troubleshooting, testing, installing, repairing, overhauling, modifying, and maintaining electrical devices, equipment, and components such as automatic alternator synchronizing equipment, amplidyne control units, voltage regulating equipment, generators, actuators, switching and control panels, junction boxes, AC and DC motors, electrical harnesses, transformers, and power amplifiers. Typically, the equipment and components serviced h
What WG-2854 pays
Federal Wage System pay is set by local prevailing wage surveys, so it moves with the wage area rather than a national table.
Wage Grade rates are published per wage area rather than nationally, so the number that matters is the one for the installation you are applying to.
Source: DoD Civilian Personnel Advisory Service wage schedules.
Qualification requirements
OPM's standard for WG-2854, as written.
Electrical Equipment Repair
Federal Wage System Position
Work Performed
This standard is for grading nonsupervisory jobs involved in troubleshooting, testing, installing, repairing, overhauling, modifying, and maintaining electrical devices, equipment, and components such as automatic alternator synchronizing equipment, amplidyne control units, voltage regulating equipment, generators, actuators, switching and control panels, junction boxes, AC and DC motors, electrical harnesses, transformers, and power amplifiers. Typically, the equipment and components serviced have been removed from aircraft, ships, ground support or industrial equipment, tracked or wheeled heavy duty vehicles, missiles, etc. The work requires knowledge of electrical circuitry, formulas, and principles and their application to the devices, equipment, components, and systems repaired. In addition, some work may require knowledge of electronic circuitry and theory and general mechanical skills and knowledge. This standard cancels and supersedes the Job Grading Standard for Electrical Equipment Repairer, 2854, issued in August 1974.
What this means if you served
- Write the duties, not the billet. OPM credits military experience on the work performed, and does not use rank or pay to judge specialized experience.
- Put the training and certifications you earned in service on the page. They count here.
- Claim your veterans preference on the application. It is not applied for you.
- No positive education requirement here, so qualifying experience can stand in for the education.
How to qualify for WG-2854
1Review Trade/Craft Requirements
WG positions require demonstrated skill in a specific trade or craft. Review the job announcement for required certifications, licenses, and hands-on experience.
2Document Your Experience
WG positions are experience-based, not grade-based. Document your years of hands-on trade experience, apprenticeships completed, and journeyman status if applicable.
3Gather Credentials
Collect your DD-214, trade certifications (welding, electrical, HVAC, etc.), apprenticeship completion certificates, and any specialized licenses required for your trade.
4Build Your Federal Resume
Two pages, the same USAJOBS limit that has applied since 27 September 2025. Lead with hands-on trade experience: the tools and equipment you ran, safety training, the projects you finished, and hours worked per week.
5Apply on USAJOBS
Search for WG positions in your trade specialty, carefully answer assessment questions about your skill level and experience, and submit before the closing date.
Military jobs that map to this series
Nuclear Electrician
Electrical equipment repair for nuclear.
Skills that carry over: Nuclear Electrical, Power Distribution, Reactor Electrical.
Usually opens at: GS-11, GS-12.
Aviation Electrician Supervisor
Electrical repair supervisor.
Skills that carry over: Aircraft Electrical, Supervision, Troubleshooting.
Usually opens at: GS-10, GS-11.
Gas Turbine Electrician Senior
Electrical equipment.
Skills that carry over: Gas Turbine Electrical, Power Systems.
Usually opens at: GS-11, GS-12.
Your record can qualify you even when your code is not on this list. The crosswalk is a starting point, not the gate.
Typical duties
- Perform electrical equipment repair tasks as assigned
- Follow safety procedures and regulations
- Maintain and operate tools and equipment
- Complete work orders and documentation
- Coordinate with team members and supervisors
Key competencies
Ability to follow safety procedures and regulations
Knowledge of tools and equipment for the trade
Skill in performing physical tasks requiring manual dexterity
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to read and interpret instructions and procedures
Words the announcement will use
Use the ones your record actually supports. A rater is matching your experience against the specialized experience statement, and a keyword with nothing behind it does not survive that.
Questions about WG-2854
What is an Electrical Equipment Repairer?
An Electrical Equipment Repairer (WG-2854) troubleshoots, tests, installs, repairs, overhauls, and maintains electrical devices and components including generators, motors, voltage regulators, control panels, transformers, and power amplifiers. They typically work on equipment removed from aircraft, ships, vehicles, and missiles.
How much does a federal Electrical Equipment Repairer make?
WG-2854 positions are paid under the Federal Wage System based on local prevailing rates. Journeyman wages (WG-10/11) typically range $27-$40 per hour depending on locality. Annual earnings range $56,000-$83,000. Specialized aerospace electrical repairers often earn premium rates.
What are the requirements for WG-2854 positions?
WG-2854 requires knowledge of electrical circuitry, formulas, and principles for device and component repair. Qualifications include experience repairing generators, motors, actuators, control panels, and transformers. Some positions require electronic circuit knowledge and general mechanical skills.
Can military experience substitute for education in WG-2854?
Yes, military electrical repair experience directly qualifies. MOSs like Army 91B (Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic with electrical components), Navy EM ratings, Air Force 2A6X6 (Electrical and Environmental Systems), or any rating involving electrical component repair from aircraft/ships/vehicles applies.
What is the career progression for Electrical Equipment Repairer?
Electrical Equipment Repairers progress from helper through journeyman (WG-10/11) and lead positions (WG-12+). Career advancement includes specializing in aerospace components, transitioning to WG-2892 (Aircraft Electrician), or moving to GS engineering technician roles.
How do I apply for WG-2854 jobs on USAJOBS?
Search USAJOBS for 'Electrical Equipment Repair' or series '2854.' Major employers include depot maintenance facilities, air logistics centers, and shipyards. Highlight your component repair experience, test equipment proficiency, and troubleshooting skills. Veterans receive preference.
Ready to apply for WG-2854?
A rater matches your record against the announcement's specialized experience statement, inside two pages. BMR writes that shape from your own experience: competency headers, real scope, hours per week, and the supervisor detail the rater checks.