Master Watchmaker

Compensation: Salery for Full time or hourly options all based upon experience Salery 60-80k or hourly 30-40 an hour Experience Required: 3+ years About Leonardo Jewelers For more than 60 years, Leonardo Jewelers has proudly served the Monmouth County and Middlesex County communities with exceptional craftsmanship, trusted service, and a passion for fine timepieces. We are expanding our watch service department and seeking a highly skilled Watchmaker to join our Red Bank location. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a respected, multi-generational, family-owned jeweler known for quality and integrity. Position Overview We are looking for an experienced Watchmaker capable of servicing, diagnosing, and repairing a wide range of mechanical and quartz timepieces. The ideal candidate is meticulous, dependable, and passionate about horology, working closely with our service team to ensure every watch meets the highest standards of performance and finishing. You will also collaborate with our current Watchmaker who is Rolexcertified and a valued member of Leonardo Jewelers for over 25 years and whose depth of expertise sets the benchmark for craftsmanship within our workshop. Key Responsibilities Perform complete overhauls on mechanical and automatic movements Diagnose issues and execute necessary repairs Service quartz watches, including movement replacement Regulate, adjust, and ensure proper timing for all serviced watches Replace crystals, crowns, gaskets, and other components Conduct pressure testing for waterresistant watches Collaborate with watch polishers and support staff to maintain workflow Document repair notes accurately in the POS/service management system Maintain a clean, organized, and professional watchmaking bench Follow manufacturer standards and quality expectations Qualifications Formal training from a recognized watchmaking program (e.g., WOSTEP, CW21, SAWTA) preferred Professional experience servicing luxury watches Strong technical expertise in both mechanical and quartz movements Ability to diagnose complex issues with precision and accuracy High attention to detail and excellent hand skills Strong organizational abilities and the discipline to maintain a clean bench Dependable, trustworthy, and committed to high-quality craftsmanship Full-time preferred; part-time availability may be considered On-site position in Red Bank Modern, state of the art workshop environment Consistent workflow from a high-volume, established jeweler #J-18808-Ljbffr Leonardo Jewelers