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This standard is used to grade nonsupervisory work involved in the maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, and related fixtures and utilities, requiring the use of a variety of trade practices associated with occupations such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, air conditioning, cement work, painting, and other related trades.
Federal Wage System Pay
Federal Wage Grade (WG) pay varies by geographic location and is determined by local prevailing wage surveys.
Look Up WG Pay by LocationSource: DoD Civilian Personnel Advisory Service
Official OPM qualification standards for WG-4749
This standard is used to grade nonsupervisory work involved in the maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, and related fixtures and utilities, requiring the use of a variety of trade practices associated with occupations such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, air conditioning, cement work, painting, and other related trades.
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may affect the grade of the job only if they differ significantly from these factors as they are described in the applicable job grading standards. U.S. Office of Personnel Management 3 Maintenance Mechanic, 4749 TS-30 May 1974 MAINTENANCE WORKER,
Step-by-step guide to landing a federal maintenance mechanic position
WG positions require demonstrated skill in a specific trade or craft. Review the job announcement for required certifications, licenses, and hands-on experience.
WG positions are experience-based, not grade-based. Document your years of hands-on trade experience, apprenticeships completed, and journeyman status if applicable.
Collect your DD-214, trade certifications (welding, electrical, HVAC, etc.), apprenticeship completion certificates, and any specialized licenses required for your trade.
Create a detailed federal resume highlighting your hands-on trade experience, tools and equipment operated, safety training, and specific projects completed. Include hours worked per week.
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 transition to WG-4749
Maintenance mechanic pathway. Building systems.
💡 Tip: Your unique military experience may qualify you even if your MOS isn't listed.
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Typical grades for Federal Wage System positions
A Maintenance Mechanic (WG-4749) maintains and repairs grounds, structures, buildings, and related fixtures using multiple trade practices including carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, cement work, and painting. They are multi-skilled generalists handling diverse facility maintenance.
Federal Maintenance Mechanics (WG-4749) are paid under the Federal Wage System based on local prevailing rates. Journeyman wages (WG-9/10) typically range $26-$40 per hour depending on locality. Annual earnings range $54,000-$83,000. This is one of the most common WG trades.
WG-4749 requires competence across multiple building trades. Qualifications include skills in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and general repairs. The ability to diagnose problems and perform repairs across trade disciplines is essential.
Absolutely. Military facilities maintenance experience directly qualifies. Seabees (all ratings), Army 12-series construction MOSs, Air Force Civil Engineer squadron members, and any service member with building maintenance duties has relevant experience.
Maintenance Mechanics progress to journeyman (WG-9/10) and lead positions. Career paths include facilities management, specialization in single trades for higher pay, or transition to GS facilities management or building engineering technician roles.
Search USAJOBS for 'Maintenance Mechanic' or 'Maintenance Worker' or series '4749.' Positions exist at virtually every federal installation. Highlight your multi-trade skills, building maintenance experience, and problem-solving ability. Veterans receive strong preference.
Create a tailored federal resume that meets OPM standards.