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Watches of Switzerland
Betteridge Watchmaker
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What they do
A Precision or Fine Instrument Repairer makes, calibrates, repairs, maintains, adjusts and installs mechanical watches and clocks, and nautical, meteorological, optical and other precision instruments and equipment, and sets them for correct performance.
$51,919 / year median in Connecticut
-11% projected decline
Job Description
RSG Watchmaker Our watchmakers are responsible for providing high quality work on prestigious timepieces, such as but not limited to Breitling, Omega, Rolex, Cartier, Baume Mercier and IWC. The successful candidate will be expected to service both quartz and mechanical movements to manufacturer specifications. Responsibilities Diagnose and service timepieces in line with the brand specific guidelines Expected to generate a min of two complete services per day Test timepieces for accuracy and performance Visually checking all components for damage Movement adjustments Bracelet adjustments Day to Day operations include but not limited to: Diagnosis Describe condition of the piece to be evaluated. Identify root cause of problems in accordance with the client request(s). Select the adequate service in accordance with the Brands policy while: Meeting the client request. Proposing a solution to solve the issue. Identify the spare parts needed to repair the evaluated piece. Dismantling Dismantle the timepieces Remove the strap or the bracelet. Separate movement/dial/hands from the case components. Dismantle the watches case components. Case Preparation Install and assemble the watches case components in preparation of the encasing of the movement. Check and ensure waterproofness of the case. Movement Repair Use or develop adequate tools or processes to correct issues that can arise during the repair process. When necessary, resolve issues related to spare parts by fixing existing components of the piece Casing/Polishing/Quality Control Has the ability to polish and refinish to the vendor's specifications Install the dial and the hands prior to encase the movement and close the watch. Perform a first Quality Control to ensure that the piece is in working order. Quality Control Maintenance and Organization of the Workshop 2.