What Does it Take to Be a Timing Device Assembler or Adjuster?

Position Description Perform precision assembling, adjusting, or calibrating, within narrow tolerances, of timing devices such as digital clocks or timing devices with electrical or electronic components.

Life As a Timing Device Assembler or Adjuster: What Do They Do?

• Bend parts, such as hairsprings, pallets, barrel covers, and bridges, to correct deficiencies in truing or endshake, using tweezers.
• Observe operation of timepiece parts and subassemblies to determine accuracy of movement, and to diagnose causes of defects.
• Adjust sizes or positioning of timepiece parts to achieve specified fit or function, using calipers, fixtures, and loupes.
• Clean and lubricate timepiece parts and assemblies, using solvents, buff sticks, and oil.
• Turn wheels of calipers and examine springs, using loupes, to determine if center coils appear as perfect circles.
• Review blueprints, sketches, or work orders to gather information about tasks to be completed.

Timing Device Assembler or Adjuster Needed Skills

Below is a list of the skills most Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters say are important on the job.

Repairing: Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Troubleshooting: Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Quality Control Analysis: Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Operation Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Other Timing Device Assembler or Adjuster Job Titles

• Balance and Hairspring Assembler
• Horologist
• Barrel Assembler
• Calibrationist
• Watch Technician

Timing Device Assembler or Adjuster Employment Estimates

There were about 800 jobs for Timing Device Assembler or Adjuster in 2016 (in the United States). There is little to no growth in job opportunities for Timing Device Assembler or Adjuster. The BLS estimates 100 yearly job openings in this field.

The states with the most job growth for Timing Device Assembler or Adjuster are Ohio and Illinois. Watch out if you plan on working in Illinois or Ohio. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

How Much Does a Timing Device Assembler or Adjuster Make?

The salary for Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters ranges between about $26,120 and $54,320 a year.

Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters who work in Pennsylvania, Tennessee, or Oklahoma, make the highest salaries.

How much do Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters make in different U.S. states?

State	Annual Mean Salary
Michigan	$34,610
Oklahoma	$33,400
Pennsylvania	$47,280
Tennessee	$42,080

What Tools do Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters Use?

Although they’re not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters:

• Microsoft Office
• Web browser software
• Data entry software
• Inventory control software
• Maplesoft Maple

Becoming a Timing Device Assembler or Adjuster

Education needed to be a Timing Device Assembler or Adjuster:

How Long Does it Take to Become a Timing Device Assembler or Adjuster?

Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters Sector

The table below shows the approximate number of Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters employed by various industries.

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References:

• Bureau of Labor Statistics
• College Factual
• O*NET Online

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