Watchmaker

Watchmaker I

Responsible for performing watch repair and maintenance services with accuracy, care, and efficiency in a fast-paced workshop environment.

• Battery replacement, including pop-off, screw-down, and case backs with screws.
• Tool maintenance, keeping all watchmaker tools in good working condition and maintaining a neat and clean workspace.
• Micrometer usage to ensure precise measurements and adjustments.
• Pressure testing to verify water resistance and diagnosing issues for repair.
• Movement setting, accurately setting perpetual calendar movements and ensuring proper functionality.
• Stone setting, setting foil back stones with precision and care.
• Movement changes, changing 2-3 hand and chronograph movements efficiently, ensuring all components are correctly assembled.
• Crystal replacement, replacing watch crystals and verifying water resistance.
• Pin replacement, inserting all types of pins in watch bands and cases.
• Cleanliness and precision, keeping dials and hands clean and dust-free during disassembly and reassembly.
• Part sourcing, identifying movement or case back numbers to source necessary parts for repairs and maintenance.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  Previous experience in watchmaking or a related field is a plus.
• Skills:
  
  Strong attention to detail and precision; ability to work with small and delicate components; excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Personal attributes:
  Ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong problem-solving skills; good communication skills and customer service orientation.

• Ability to sit for extended periods and use hands to manipulate small components.
• Good eyesight and ability to perform detailed work with precision tools.

• Workshop environment with specialized equipment.
• Occasional interaction with customers to discuss repairs and maintenance.

US $16.00 – $17.00 per hour, with final pay rate determined based on experience and qualifications.