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This standard is to be used for grading nonsupervisory jobs involved in the repair and maintenance of high speed elevator systems and moderate or low speed elevators, dumbwaiters, leveling ramps, and escalators to meet regulatory codes and work requirements. The work requires a knowledge of the construction, function, and maintenance procedures of dispatching or scheduling systems, systems components, driving and hoisting machinery, control mechanisms, guide structures, and car or platform equip
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-5313
This standard is to be used for grading nonsupervisory jobs involved in the repair and maintenance of high speed elevator systems and moderate or low speed elevators, dumbwaiters, leveling ramps, and escalators to meet regulatory codes and work requirements. The work requires a knowledge of the construction, function, and maintenance procedures of dispatching or scheduling systems, systems components, driving and hoisting machinery, control mechanisms, guide structures, and car or platform equipment and counterweights. Skill is required in planning and carrying out tasks such as tracing and locating troubles, aligning and balancing the network of controls, adjusting and resetting safety devices, repairing and servicing electromechanical parts and equipment located in the machinery penthouse, shaftway, pit, or on the car or platform.
Step-by-step guide to landing a federal coin/currency machine 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.
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Typical grades for Federal Wage System positions
A Coin/Currency Machine Repairer (WG-5313) repairs and maintains coin and currency handling equipment used in federal financial operations, including sorting machines, counting equipment, and currency processing systems at Treasury facilities and federal reserve banks.
WG-5313 positions 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. Treasury facility positions may include additional benefits.
WG-5313 requires skill maintaining specialized currency handling equipment. Qualifications include mechanical and electronic troubleshooting, precision alignment, understanding of sensors and counting mechanisms, and ability to work with high-security financial equipment.
Military precision equipment repair experience provides relevant skills. MOSs involving mechanical repair, electronics troubleshooting, or specialized equipment maintenance have transferable knowledge. Direct currency machine experience from civilian financial institutions is most valued.
Coin/Currency Machine Repairers progress through skill levels at specialized facilities. Career paths are limited to Treasury-related operations but include lead technician, equipment program management, or transition to other precision equipment repair positions.
Search USAJOBS for 'Coin Currency' or 'Currency Machine' or series '5313.' Positions exist at Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Federal Reserve facilities, and Treasury operations. Background investigation required. Veterans receive preference.
Create a tailored federal resume that meets OPM standards.