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Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters
Perform precision assembling or adjusting, within narrow tolerances, of timing devices such as digital clocks or timing devices with electrical or electronic components.
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- Assemble and install components of timepieces to complete mechanisms, using watchmakers' tools and loupes.
- Observe operation of timepiece parts and subassemblies to determine accuracy of movement, and to diagnose causes of defects.
- Test operation and fit of timepiece parts and subassemblies, using electronic testing equipment, tweezers, watchmakers' tools, and loupes.
- Replace specified parts to repair malfunctioning timepieces, using watchmakers' tools, loupes, and holding fixtures.
- Disassemble timepieces such as watches, clocks, and chronometers so that repairs can be made.
- Clean and lubricate timepiece parts and assemblies, using solvents, buff sticks, and oil.
- Examine components of timepieces such as watches, clocks, or chronometers for defects, using loupes or microscopes.
- Bend parts, such as hairsprings, pallets, barrel covers, and bridges, to correct deficiencies in truing or endshake, using tweezers.
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6.7 / 7
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Repairing
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
2010-06
Troubleshooting
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
2010-06
Quality Control Analysis
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
2010-06
Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
2010-06
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.
2010-06
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
2010-06
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
2010-06
Equipment Maintenance
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
2010-06
Operation and Control
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
2010-06
Judgment and Decision Making
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
2010-06
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Source preparation category: Job Zone 2 of 5 · 2026-02. This category describes typical preparation, not your eligibility.
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