Medical Equipment Repair
Federal Wage Grade position repairing and maintaining medical, dental, and laboratory equipment at VA hospitals, military medical facilities, and federal healthcare centers.
💰WG-4805 Salary Information
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
Qualification Requirements
Official OPM qualification standards for WG-4805
Qualification requirements not yet available for this series.
🎖️Tips for Veterans
- ✓Translate military experience: Map duties to civilian terminology.
- ✓Highlight training: Include courses and certifications.
- ✓Veterans preference: Claim your 5 or 10-point preference.
- ✓Experience substitution: Military experience may substitute for education.
📝How to Qualify for WG-4805
Step-by-step guide to landing a federal medical equipment repair position
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Review 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.
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Document 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.
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Gather Credentials
Collect your DD-214, trade certifications (welding, electrical, HVAC, etc.), apprenticeship completion certificates, and any specialized licenses required for your trade.
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Build Your Federal Resume
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.
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Apply 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 to Federal Crosswalk
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📋Typical Duties
- •Perform skilled trade work in accordance with established standards, specifications, and safety procedures
- •Operate, maintain, and repair trade-specific equipment, tools, and machinery
- •Read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, work orders, and specifications
- •Inspect completed work for quality, accuracy, and compliance with requirements
- •Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in clean, safe, and operational condition
- •Document work performed including time, materials used, and completion status
- •Coordinate with supervisors and other trades on project requirements and schedules
- •Follow all safety protocols including proper use of PPE and hazardous material handling
- •Train and assist lower-grade workers in trade techniques and procedures
- •Requisition materials, parts, and supplies needed to complete assigned work
🎯Key Competencies
Understanding of trade-specific tools, equipment, materials, and techniques required for the position
Physical coordination and skill in using hands and tools to perform precise work
Knowledge of workplace safety procedures, OSHA standards, and proper use of personal protective equipment
Ability to diagnose issues, troubleshoot problems, and determine effective repair solutions
Attention to detail ensuring work meets specifications, standards, and quality requirements
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, diagrams, and work orders
Proficiency in operating trade-specific machinery, power tools, and specialized equipment
Knowledge of preventive maintenance, inspection protocols, and equipment care
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and customers about work status
Flexibility to work in various conditions and adjust to changing priorities and assignments
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❓Frequently Asked Questions about WG-4805
What is a Medical Equipment Repairer?
A Medical Equipment Repairer (WG-4805) repairs and maintains medical, dental, and laboratory equipment at VA hospitals, military medical facilities, and federal healthcare centers. They keep critical diagnostic, therapeutic, and life-support equipment operational.
How much does a federal Medical Equipment Repairer make?
Federal Medical Equipment Repairers (WG-4805) are paid under the Federal Wage System based on local prevailing rates. Journeyman wages (WG-10/11) typically range $28-$42 per hour depending on locality. Annual earnings range $58,000-$87,000. Biomedical specialists earn premium rates.
What are the requirements for WG-4805 positions?
WG-4805 requires skill repairing medical equipment. Qualifications include electronics troubleshooting, understanding of medical device function, calibration skills, and ability to work with complex diagnostic and therapeutic equipment while following FDA and safety regulations.
Can military experience substitute for education in WG-4805?
Yes, military biomedical equipment experience directly qualifies. Army 68A (Biomedical Equipment Specialist), Navy HM with biomedical duties, and Air Force 4A2X1 (Biomedical Equipment) provide directly relevant training and experience for federal BMET positions.
What is the career progression for Medical Equipment Repair?
Medical Equipment Repairers progress through skill levels with specialization in specific equipment types. Career paths include biomedical engineering technician, clinical engineering management, or transition to GS biomedical engineering positions.
How do I apply for WG-4805 jobs on USAJOBS?
Search USAJOBS for 'Medical Equipment' or 'Biomedical' or series '4805.' Major employers include VA medical centers and military hospitals. Highlight your BMET certification, equipment specializations, and clinical experience. Veterans receive preference.
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