Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters does

You'll assemble and calibrate precision mechanisms for clocks, watches, and timing instruments, ensuring they keep accurate time. This detailed work requires steady hands and strong focus on mechanical tolerances.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.

Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

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