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Federal Wage Grade position repairing and maintaining medical, dental, and laboratory equipment at VA hospitals, military medical facilities, and federal healthcare centers.
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-4805
Qualification requirements not yet available for this series.
Step-by-step guide to landing a federal medical equipment repair 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-4805
Medical equipment repair pathway.
Excellent fit for precision instrument work. Focus on calibration and alignment procedures.
π‘ Tip: Your unique military experience may qualify you even if your MOS isn't listed.
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
π‘ Use these phrases to help ATS systems and human recruiters find your qualifications.
Grade information not available
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Create a tailored federal resume that meets OPM standards.