4-Day Week Watchmaking Apprentice: Hands-On Skill Growth

Swiss Chronometers, LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Swiss Chronometers, LLC in Houston, Texas is seeking a Watchmaker Apprentice (Non-CW21) to develop skills in mechanical and quartz watch repair in a hands-on environment.

This full-time role offers on-the-job training with potential AWCI-paid training for qualified employees, and a clear path to advanced watchmaking expertise.

Applicants should have strong attention to detail, a genuine interest in horology, and the ability to work carefully with small components.

Qualifications

• Previous watchmaking experience is preferred but not required.
• Apprentice or Non-CW21 watchmakers are encouraged to apply.
• Strong interest in watchmaking and horology.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and precision.
• Ability to work carefully with small components and delicate equipment.
• Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Dependable, motivated, and committed to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Disassembling and assembling mechanical and quartz watches
• Performing watch repairs and servicing
• Polishing and refinishing watch components
• Waterproofing and pressure testing watches
• Inspecting watches and identifying repair or service requirements
• Performing other in-house watch repair services as needed
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and professional work area
• Following established repair and quality-control procedures
• Continuously developing technical watchmaking skills through hands-on training

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Horology interest

Willingness to learn

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Watchmaker Apprentice / Non-CW21 Watchmaker
Location: Houston, Texas
Schedule: 4 days per week, 40 hours per week
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview
We are seeking an Apprentice or Non-CW21 Watchmaker who is interested in developing their skills and building a career in watchmaking. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong interest in horology who is eager to learn and grow in a hands-on repair environment.

The selected candidate will receive on-the-job training and, if qualified, may be eligible for paid training through AWCI (American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute).

Responsibilities
The watchmaker will be responsible for performing a variety of watch repair and servicing duties, including:

• Disassembling and assembling mechanical and quartz watche
• Performing watch repairs and servicing
• Polishing and refinishing watch components
• Waterproofing and pressure testing watches
• Inspecting watches and identifying repair or service requirements
• Performing other in-house watch repair services as needed
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and professional work area
• Following established repair and quality-control procedures
• Continuously developing technical watchmaking skills through hands-on training

Note: All repairs are performed in-house except dial refinishing. Qualified employees will be expected to perform the other repair services required by the business.

Qualifications

• Previous watchmaking experience is preferred but not required
• Apprentice or Non-CW21 watchmakers are encouraged to apply
• Strong interest in watchmaking and horology
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills
• Strong attention to detail and precision
• Ability to work carefully with small components and delicate equipment
• Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Dependable, motivated, and committed to quality workmanship

Training & Development

We are committed to helping the right candidate develop their watchmaking skills. Paid AWCI training may be available to qualified employees, providing an opportunity to further develop professional knowledge and technical expertise.

Work Schedule

• 4-day work week
• 40 hours per week
• Houston, Texas

If you are passionate about watchmaking and are looking for an opportunity to learn, develop your skills, and grow within a hands-on repair environment, we encourage you to apply.