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This standard covers nonsupervisory work involving the dismantling, repairing, relocating, modifying, maintaining, aligning, and installing of a wide variety of marine machinery, equipment, and systems such as propulsion machinery, propellers, rudders, cargo handling machinery, lifeboat davits, anchor handling gear, and missile tube equipment that are located aboard submarines, ships, and other floating craft. The work requires a practical knowledge of the mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic sy
Federal Wage System Pay
Federal Wage Grade (WG) pay varies by geographic location and is determined by local prevailing wage surveys.
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Official OPM qualification standards for WG-5334
This standard covers nonsupervisory work involving the dismantling, repairing, relocating, modifying, maintaining, aligning, and installing of a wide variety of marine machinery, equipment, and systems such as propulsion machinery, propellers, rudders, cargo handling machinery, lifeboat davits, anchor handling gear, and missile tube equipment that are located aboard submarines, ships, and other floating craft. The work requires a practical knowledge of the mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components of diverse marine machinery and their attachments. This includes detailed knowledge of the operating characteristics of the involved machinery, equipment, and systems; their functional relationships; the applicable installation and repair procedures, methods, and trade practices; and the unique environmental conditions under which work is performed aboard marine craft, for example, the lack of space between bulkheads and decks and the proximity of one type of machinery to another.
Step-by-step guide to landing a federal marine machinery 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-5334
Direct translation - same work in federal shipyards. Navy shipyards and USCG actively recruit MRs.
Direct translation to marine machinery mechanic positions. Diesel engine expertise highly valued.
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Typical grades for Federal Wage System positions
A Marine Machinery Mechanic (WG-5334) dismantles, repairs, modifies, maintains, aligns, and installs marine machinery aboard submarines, ships, and floating craft. They work on propulsion machinery, propellers, rudders, cargo handling equipment, lifeboat davits, and missile tube systems.
Federal Marine Machinery Mechanics (WG-5334) are paid under the Federal Wage System based on local prevailing rates. Journeyman wages (WG-10/11) typically range $30-$48 per hour. Annual earnings range $62,000-$100,000. Shipyard mechanics often earn premium rates.
WG-5334 requires practical knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on marine vessels. Qualifications include experience with propulsion systems, deck machinery, cargo handling equipment, and ability to work in shipboard environments.
Absolutely. Navy engineering ratings directly qualify. Machinist Mates (MM), Enginemen (EN), Gas Turbine System Technicians (GS), and any rate involving shipboard machinery maintenance provides exactly the experience needed for federal marine machinery positions.
Marine Machinery Mechanics progress to journeyman (WG-10/11) and lead positions (WG-12+). Career paths include supervisory roles, specialized submarine or surface ship systems, or transition to GS marine engineering technician positions at naval shipyards.
Search USAJOBS for 'Marine Machinery' or series '5334.' Major employers include naval shipyards (Norfolk, Puget Sound, Pearl Harbor, Portsmouth). Highlight your ship systems experience, specific equipment knowledge, and safety record. Veterans receive strong preference.
Create a tailored federal resume that meets OPM standards.