Prevailing Wage for Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians
Prevailing wage for Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians (SOC 49-3092) is set by the DOL across four experience levels, from entry-level RV Mechanic roles to fully competent Certified RV Technician positions. Whether your offer covers travel trailer diagnostics or customized van conversions, the wage floor shifts significantly by city.
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Level 1 covers entry-level technicians with limited hands-on experience, typically performing basic inspections and repairs under direct supervision. These workers are developing foundational skills across RV systems and have not yet demonstrated independent diagnostic ability.
Level 2 applies to qualified technicians who work independently on routine RV repairs across gas, electrical, plumbing, or chassis systems. This is the most common filing level for Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians, reflecting standard journeyman-level competency.
Level 3 covers experienced technicians who handle complex, multi-system diagnostics with minimal supervision. Workers at this level often lead repair projects, interpret technical schematics, and resolve non-routine failures across appliances, generators, and towing systems.
Level 4 applies to fully competent senior technicians or lead shop workers with broad mastery across all RV service categories. These professionals may oversee other technicians, manage service workflows, or hold advanced certifications such as the Certified RV Technician credential.
Prevailing Wage for Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Confirm your title maps to SOC 49-3092
Job titles like Hitch Technician or Mobile Service RV Technician are O*NET-listed aliases for this SOC. If an employer files your LCA under a general auto mechanic code instead, the prevailing wage floor applied may not match what RV service work actually commands in your metro.
Watch for low-paying southern metros
Markets like Birmingham, AL and Lafayette, LA show prevailing wages well below the national median for this occupation. If your offer is worksite-based in one of these areas, verify the LCA wage reflects the local OES survey floor, not a national or regional average.
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Understand how bonus pay affects compliance
DOL prevailing wage compliance is measured against the base wage on the LCA, not total compensation. Signing bonuses, tool allowances, or performance pay common in RV service roles do not count toward meeting the certified wage floor for H-1B or green card purposes.
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DOL classifies these titles under SOC 49-3092.00 alongside Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
ATV Tech (All-Terrain Vehicle Technician) Prevailing Wage
ATV Tech (All-Terrain Vehicle Technician) Prevailing Wage
ATV Tech (All-Terrain Vehicle Technician) positions fall under SOC 49-3092.00 (Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Certified RV Technician (Certified Recreational Vehicle Technician) Prevailing Wage
Certified RV Technician (Certified Recreational Vehicle Technician) Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Certified RV Technician (Certified Recreational Vehicle Technician) for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 49-3092.00 (Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Hitch Technician (Hitch Tech) Prevailing Wage
Hitch Technician (Hitch Tech) Prevailing Wage
Hitch Technician (Hitch Tech) is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 49-3092.00 (Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Mobile Service RV Technician (Mobile Service Recreational Vehicle Technician) Prevailing Wage
Mobile Service RV Technician (Mobile Service Recreational Vehicle Technician) Prevailing Wage
Mobile Service RV Technician (Mobile Service Recreational Vehicle Technician) positions fall under SOC 49-3092.00 (Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
RV Body Mechanic (Recreational Vehicle Body Mechanic) Prevailing Wage
RV Body Mechanic (Recreational Vehicle Body Mechanic) Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a RV Body Mechanic (Recreational Vehicle Body Mechanic) for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 49-3092.00 (Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
RV Mechanic (Recreational Vehicle Mechanic) Prevailing Wage
RV Mechanic (Recreational Vehicle Mechanic) Prevailing Wage
RV Mechanic (Recreational Vehicle Mechanic) is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 49-3092.00 (Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
RV Service Technician (Recreational Vehicle Service Technician) Prevailing Wage
RV Service Technician (Recreational Vehicle Service Technician) Prevailing Wage
RV Service Technician (Recreational Vehicle Service Technician) positions fall under SOC 49-3092.00 (Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
RV Tech (Recreational Vehicle Technician) Prevailing Wage
RV Tech (Recreational Vehicle Technician) Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a RV Tech (Recreational Vehicle Technician) for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 49-3092.00 (Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
RVDA Master Certified RV Technician (Recreational Vehicle Dealer Association Master Certified Recreational Vehicle Technician) Prevailing Wage
RVDA Master Certified RV Technician (Recreational Vehicle Dealer Association Master Certified Recreational Vehicle Technician) Prevailing Wage
RVDA Master Certified RV Technician (Recreational Vehicle Dealer Association Master Certified Recreational Vehicle Technician) is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 49-3092.00 (Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Service Technician (Service Tech) Prevailing Wage
Service Technician (Service Tech) Prevailing Wage
Service Technician (Service Tech) positions fall under SOC 49-3092.00 (Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the DOL set the prevailing wage for Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians?
DOL uses Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to set prevailing wages under SOC 49-3092. The OFLC publishes four wage levels for each metro area and occupation. Employers certify on the Labor Condition Application that the offered wage meets or exceeds the applicable level for the worksite location.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which one applies to my offer?
The four levels reflect increasing experience and responsibility. Level 1 is entry-level under supervision, Level 2 is qualified independent work, Level 3 is experienced with complex diagnostic scope, and Level 4 is senior or lead. Your level is determined by the job duties in the LCA, not your job title alone. Review the position description your employer submits to OFLC to confirm the level matches your actual responsibilities.
Why does the prevailing wage for the same RV technician role vary so much by city?
DOL sets wages using regional Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys, so local labor market conditions drive the floor. An employer must use the wage for the specific worksite listed on the LCA, not a national average. Markets with higher concentrations of RV dealerships and service centers, or higher general cost of labor, produce higher OES medians, which feed directly into the certified wage requirement.
What happens if my job offer is below the prevailing wage for a sponsored position?
For H-1B and PERM-based green card filings, USCIS and DOL require the offered wage to equal or exceed the prevailing wage level certified on the LCA. If the offer falls short, the LCA cannot be certified, and the visa petition cannot proceed. Employers must either increase the base salary to meet the floor or refile at the correct wage level before submitting the petition.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians in a specific U.S. city?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool on the DOL website to look up SOC 49-3092 by metropolitan statistical area. Select the wage year matching your expected LCA filing date, since OFLC updates prevailing wages annually. Migrate Mate also shows which employers have sponsored this role by location, helping you cross-reference realistic offer ranges against the published DOL floor for your target market.
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