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Wood Crafter - Federal Salaries of 2021
Pay Rates for "Wood Crafter"
How much does a Wood Crafter in the federal government get paid? $70,492.76* *Based on the 2021 average.Wood Crafter was the 418th most popular job in the U.S. Government in 2021, with 46 employed. The most common payscale was the nonsupervisory pay schedules - federal wage system payscale.
In 2021, the Veterans Health Administration hired the most employees titled Wood Crafting, with an average salary of $62,690.
Government Wood Crafting jobs are classified under the Federal Wage Schedule, Wage Grade (FWS) payscale. The minimum paygrade for a Wood Crafting job is FWS-10, and the highest paygrade that can be attained within this job series is FWS-10. Remember that the starting and maximum yearly pay listed above reflect base pay only - your actual salary will be higher based on the Locality Pay Adjustment for the area in which you work.
This standard covers nonsupervisory work which involves making and repairing high-grade wooden items such as fine cabinetry and furniture. The work involves shaping and contouring surfaces; precise, intricate joining and decorating; skilled use of the full range of woodworking tools, machines, and techniques; and application of extensive knowledge of the appearance, durability, strength, and machining characteristics of a wide range of wood and wood substitutes.
Agencies that have hired a Wood Crafter
| Agency | Employees Hired | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Health Administration | 14 | $62,689.86 |
| National Gallery of Art | 6 | $75,830.33 |
| National Park Service | 5 | $70,931.80 |
| Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | 4 | $84,220.50 |
| Maritime Administration | 3 | $74,165.33 |
| Public Buildings Service | 2 | $84,940.50 |
| Offices, Boards and Divisions | 2 | $69,925.00 |
| Departmental Offices | 2 | $72,103.50 |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 2 | $59,292.00 |
| Federal Emergency Management Agency | 2 | $75,560.00 |
| Smithsonian Institution (Exchange Sep Boards of Trust) | 2 | $69,414.00 |
| Forest Service | 1 | $63,027.00 |
| Federal Bureau of Investigation | 1 | $0.00 |
Wood Crafter Pay Distribution
The average pay for a Wood Crafter is $70,492.76. The highest paid Wood Crafter made $102,033 in 2021.
Common Wood Crafter Payscales
| Payscale | Number of Wood Crafting Employees |
|---|---|
| WG - Nonsupervisory Pay Schedules - Federal Wage System | 35 |
| WL - Leader Pay Schedule - Federal Wage System | 6 |
| WS - Supervisory Pay Schedules - Federal Wage System | 5 |
| Starting Paygrade: | $11.60 to $32.52 / hour at paygrade FWS-10 |
| Maximum Paygrade: | $11.60 to $32.52 / hour at paygrade FWS-10 |
| Occupation Family: | WOOD WORK FAMILY |
Other Jobs at the FWS-10 Paygrade
FWS-10 is the starting paygrade for Wood Crafting jobs. Here are some other Federal Government jobs that can be held by employees at the FWS-10 paygrade.
| Occupation | Starting Paygrade | Maximum Paygrade |
|---|---|---|
| Metal Forming Machine Operating | FWS-6 | FWS-10 |
| Machining | FWS-8 | FWS-11 |
| Automotive Mechanic | FWS-8 | FWS-10 |
| Optical Instrument Repairing | FWS-8 | FWS-11 |
| High Voltage Electrician | FWS-8 | FWS-10 |
Average Wood Crafting Pay Trend from 2004 to 2021
In 2004, the average pay for a Wood Crafter was $48,085. Since then, the average pay has increased to $70,493 in 2021.
Data Sources
The information provided on these pages is sourced from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) 
Enterprise Human Resources Integration (EHRI) dataset. Postal Service data is managed exclusively by the USPS . All information is displayed unmodified and as provided by the source agency.
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The series code of this occupation is 4605.