Certified Watchmaker Level I-III

Ben Bridge Jeweler, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 45,033 - 64,912; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee merchandise discounts

Paid training

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

A luxury jewelry company in Seattle is seeking a qualified watchmaker to perform technical repairs on various timepiece brands. The ideal candidate will have completed a minimum of a two-year watchmaking program or possess equivalent professional experience, along with certifications. This role entails ensuring high-quality repairs, conducting diagnostics, and maintaining effective communication with the head watchmaker. Competitive pay starts at $32.69 per hour. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including insurance and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience breaking down case body and reassembling.
• Able to service standard mechanical ETA calibers.
• Experience with automatic chronographs and prestige brand calibers.
• Able to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical repair and service on multiple brands.
• Conduct water resistance testing and replace case gaskets.
• Ensure repair quality meets or exceeds standards.
• Communicate job status updates to head watchmaker.

Skills

Proficient with hairspring and escapement adjustment

Able to perform diagnostics on mechanical and quartz timepieces

Detail oriented

Good verbal and written communication skills

Education

Successfully completed a Watchmaking program/school (2 year minimum)

Watchmaker certification (SAWTA, WOSTEP, or CW21)

Job description

We have been in business for over 110 years and we are proud to be a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway. Ben Bridge Jeweler has thirty‑two stores, across the United States. We are committed to serving our customers with a quality experience with both timepieces and jewelry that will be treasured for generations. Jewelry is more than just an adornment. It is a means of expression, love, personality, and history. Its meaning only grows with time. We don’t sell to a customer just once; we want to be their jeweler for life!

Ben Bridge Jeweler's corporate office in Seattle is seeking a qualified watchmaker to join our team.

Job Summary

• Able to perform technical repair and service on multiple brands according to guidelines established by brand.
• Perform water resistance testing and replacement of all case gaskets.
• Experience breaking down case body and re‑assembling.
• Ensure repair work meets or exceeds brand set quality standards.
• Meet assigned service turnaround times.
• Communicate job status updates to head watchmaker.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Proficient with hairspring and escapement adjustment.
• Able to perform diagnostics and servicing on both mechanical and quartz timepieces.
• Able to service standard mechanical ETA calibers.
• Experience with automatic chronographs and prestige brand calibers.
• Able to work in a team environment with a positive attitude.
• Detail oriented with good verbal and written communication skills.

Professional Requirements

• Successfully completed a Watchmaking program/school (2 year minimum) or relevant professional experience (3‑5 year minimum).
• Watchmaker with SAWTA, WOSTEP, or CW21 or similar certification.

Range

$32.69 - $47.12 per hour based on level tested out

Pay Adjustments

Fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges. Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience levels, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Benefits

This position offers benefits that include employee merchandise discounts, paid training, Employee Assistance Program and paid time off, such as: vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement and jury duty. Our benefits program includes: medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible savings accounts, company paid life insurance, STD and LTD as well as voluntary programs such as pet insurance and supplemental life insurance. Additionally, Ben Bridge Jeweler offers a 401(k) plan with a company match. We offer reduced ORCA rate pass and reasonable parking rates.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ben Bridge Jeweler is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affthe Bay. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by applicable law.

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