[Core] [53% incumbents] Clean, rinse, and dry timepiece parts, using solutions and ultrasonic or mechanical watch-cleaning machines.
  DWAs: Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Adjust timing regulators, using truing calipers, watch-rate recorders, and tweezers.
  DWAs: Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Reassemble timepieces, replacing glass faces and batteries, before returning them to customers.
  DWAs: Reassemble equipment after repair.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Disassemble timepieces and inspect them for defective, worn, misaligned, or rusty parts, using loupes.
  DWAs: Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear. | Disassemble equipment to inspect for deficiencies.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Oil moving parts of timepieces.
  DWAs: Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Estimate repair costs and timepiece values.
  DWAs: Estimate costs for labor or materials.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Repair or replace broken, damaged, or worn parts on timepieces, using lathes, drill presses, and hand tools.
  DWAs: Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. | Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Test timepiece accuracy and performance, using meters and other electronic instruments.
  DWAs: Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Order supplies, including replacement parts, for timing instruments.
  DWAs: Order materials, supplies, or equipment.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Gather information from customers about a timepiece's problems and its service history.
  DWAs: Confer with customers or users to assess problems.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Test and replace batteries and other electronic components.
  DWAs: Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning. | Repair electronic equipment.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Record quantities and types of timepieces repaired, serial and model numbers of items, work performed, and charges for repairs.
  DWAs: Record information about parts, materials or repair procedures.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Demagnetize mechanisms, using demagnetizing machines.
  DWAs: Clean workpieces or finished products.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Fabricate parts for watches and clocks, using small lathes and other machines.
  DWAs: Fabricate parts or components.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Perform regular adjustment and maintenance on timepieces, watch cases, and watch bands.
  DWAs: Maintain work equipment or machinery.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Monitoring (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Writing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.23 lvl:3.82) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Administration and Management (imp:3.68 lvl:3.81) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Mechanical (imp:3.56 lvl:4.64) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Administrative (imp:3.07 lvl:4.01) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Engineering and Technology (imp:3.05 lvl:3.12) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Production and Processing (imp:3.04 lvl:3.61) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  English Language (imp:2.97 lvl:3.28) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.78 lvl:3.05) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Education and Training (imp:2.77 lvl:3.41) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.69 lvl:2.81) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.58 lvl:3.38) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Design (imp:2.48 lvl:2.52) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Mathematics (imp:2.43 lvl:2.89) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.33 lvl:2.79) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Physics (imp:2.27 lvl:2.51) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Law and Government (imp:1.99 lvl:1.50) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Public Safety and Security (imp:1.75 lvl:1.43) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Chemistry (imp:1.73 lvl:1.75) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Psychology (imp:1.72 lvl:2.03) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Communications and Media (imp:1.70 lvl:1.56) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  History and Archeology (imp:1.62) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Transportation (imp:1.60) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.59) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Geography (imp:1.52 lvl:1.59) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Telecommunications (imp:1.49) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Building and Construction (imp:1.47) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Foreign Language (imp:1.43 lvl:1.02) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.37) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.08) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Biology (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Finger Dexterity (imp:4.12 lvl:4.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Control Precision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Near Vision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.75) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Information Ordering (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Visualization (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Originality (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Written Expression (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Depth Perception (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Time Sharing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Rate Control (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Trunk Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Response Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Static Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Stamina (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:4.33 lvl:5.10) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.11 lvl:4.96) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.06 lvl:4.41) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.95 lvl:4.38) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.94 lvl:3.75) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.93 lvl:4.48) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.93 lvl:4.72) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.75 lvl:4.76) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.71 lvl:4.26) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Getting Information (imp:3.67 lvl:3.94) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.59 lvl:4.69) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.44 lvl:4.15) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:3.42 lvl:3.66) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.36 lvl:4.36) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.32 lvl:4.05) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.18 lvl:3.69) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.15 lvl:4.47) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.99 lvl:3.45) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.99 lvl:3.16) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.99 lvl:4.02) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.96 lvl:3.30) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.86 lvl:3.00) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Processing Information (imp:2.85 lvl:3.73) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.83 lvl:3.79) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.79 lvl:2.71) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.79 lvl:3.41) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.57 lvl:2.83) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.53 lvl:2.68) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.46 lvl:2.10) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:2.20 lvl:2.14) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.19 lvl:1.80) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.16 lvl:2.23) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Working with Computers (imp:2.10 lvl:1.98) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.09 lvl:1.74) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.03 lvl:1.64) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:1.75 lvl:1.54) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:1.74 lvl:1.61) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:1.73) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.54 lvl:0.91) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:1.38) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.03) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.39) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:2.30) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:1.45) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.40) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.27) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.02) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Self-Control (imp:0.80) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.71) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.64) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.62) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Innovation (imp:0.37) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Initiative (imp:0.30) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability (imp:0.28) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Cooperation (imp:0.21) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Optimism (imp:-0.02) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.03) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.05) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Humility (imp:-0.08) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.52) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.61) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Repairing (imp:3.88 lvl:3.50) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:2.50) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Time Management (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Coordination (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Negotiation (imp:2.25 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:1.50) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Persuasion (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 1,310
  annual_median    : $67,230
  annual_pct10     : $34,240
  annual_pct25     : $47,650
  annual_pct75     : $91,490
  annual_pct90     : $109,990
  annual_mean      : $70,840
  hourly_median    : $32.32

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : California ($110,050)
  lowest_state     : Colorado ($49,990)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.201x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (8 total) ---
  Retail Trade                             emp:      690  median: $  80,050
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      490  median: $  55,120

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (2 total) ---
  Retail Trade                             emp:      690  median: $  80,050
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      490  median: $  55,120

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (similarity: 0.5067)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Association_of_Watch_and_Clock_Collectors
  QID: Q1452808
  Extract: The National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors, Inc. (NAWCC) is a nonprofit association of people who share a passion for collecting watches and clocks and studying horology. The NAWCC's global membership is composed of nearly 10,000 individuals, businesses, and institutions, with more than 1.

  Title: National Union of Gold, Silver and Allied Trades (similarity: 0.3288)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Union_of_Gold%2C_Silver_and_Allied_Trades
  QID: Q6979130
  Extract: The National Union of Gold, Silver and Allied Trades (NUGSAT) was a trade union in Britain and Ireland. It represented workers in precious metals, jewellers, diamond polishers, electroplaters, watch and clock repairers and dental technicians.

  Title: Movement (clockwork) (similarity: 0.3556)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Movement_(clockwork)
  QID: Q1149963
  Extract: In horology, a movement, also known as a caliber or calibre, is the mechanism of a watch or timepiece, as opposed to the case, which encloses and protects the movement, and the face, which displays the time. The term originated with mechanical timepieces, whose clockwork movements are made of many m

  Title: Pocket watch (similarity: 0.2703)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pocket_watch
  QID: Q849813
  Extract: A pocket watch is a watch that is made to be carried in a pocket, as opposed to a wristwatch, which is strapped to the wrist.

  Title: Watch (similarity: 0.3333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watch
  QID: Q178794
  Extract: A watch is a timepiece carried or worn by a person. It is designed to maintain a consistent movement despite the motions caused by the person's activities. A wristwatch is worn around the wrist, attached by a watch strap or another type of bracelet, including metal bands or leather straps. A pocket 

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data provides detailed task descriptions, abilities, and work activities. BLS wage data is current and specific. Related occupations clearly established through declared relationships.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T00:48:30.472278+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,824
tokens_output        : 4,349
cost_usd             : $0.046159
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, with 'Watchmaker' being the closest candidate. The semantic neighbors focus on horological organizations and timepiece mechanisms rather than the repair occupation itself.

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ROLE SUMMARY:
Watch and Clock Repairers diagnose, repair, and maintain timing instruments including mechanical watches, clocks, and chronometers. These skilled technicians combine traditional horological craftsmanship with modern diagnostic tools to restore timepieces to proper functioning. The role requires exceptional manual dexterity and precision to work with intricate mechanical components.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A watch repairer begins by examining customer timepieces using loupes to identify defective, worn, or misaligned parts. They disassemble the mechanism completely, clean components in ultrasonic solutions, and inspect each part for damage or wear. Using precision tools like truing calipers and tweezers, they adjust timing regulators and oil moving parts. The repairer then tests accuracy using electronic meters before reassembling the timepiece with new batteries or glass faces. Throughout the process, they estimate repair costs and maintain detailed service records for customers.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful watch repairers possess exceptional finger dexterity and arm-hand steadiness, essential for manipulating tiny mechanical components. They demonstrate high attention to detail and cautiousness, as even minor errors can damage delicate timepieces. Strong near vision capabilities allow them to work with intricate parts under magnification. The role suits individuals who enjoy problem-solving and have patience for meticulous, methodical work. Those with a realistic orientation who appreciate traditional craftsmanship and mechanical systems find this work particularly rewarding.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most watch repairers complete post-secondary certificate programs (45.8% of workers) specializing in horology or watch repair technology. Some enter with only a high school diploma (22.4%) through apprenticeships or on-the-job training with experienced repairers. Others earn associate's degrees (21.4%) in related technical fields before specializing in timepiece repair. Traditional apprenticeships with established watchmakers remain a valued pathway into the profession.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Entry-level repairers typically start with basic cleaning and battery replacement tasks before advancing to complex mechanical repairs. Experienced professionals may specialize in antique timepieces, luxury watches, or specific brands requiring certified training. Some establish independent repair shops or advance to supervisory roles in jewelry stores. The highest-skilled repairers may become certified by Swiss watch manufacturers or focus on restoration of historical timepieces for collectors.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Watch and clock repairers earn a median annual wage of $67,230 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, with top performers earning up to $109,990. Employment totals only 1,310 nationally, making this a highly specialized niche occupation. California offers the highest wages at $110,050 annually, while Colorado shows the lowest at $49,990, representing a 2.20x geographic wage differential. Most positions are concentrated in retail trade (690 employed) and other services (490 employed), reflecting the customer-facing nature of the work.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The hands-on nature of timepiece repair involving finger dexterity and manual precision work provides strong protection against automation. Complex diagnostic judgment and customer interaction elements further insulate the role from technological displacement.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers (51-9071.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require exceptional finger dexterity (4.1 importance) and near vision (4.0 importance) for precision work with small valuable items.
    data: Finger Dexterity imp:4.1
    data: Near Vision imp:4.0
    data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge
  [task_similarity] Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners (49-9063.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations involve repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment (4.3 importance) requiring precision adjustment and testing for proper performance.
    data: Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment imp:4.3
    data: Manual Dexterity
    data: Problem Sensitivity
  [knowledge_overlap] Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters (51-2061.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared mechanical knowledge (3.6 importance) and production processes understanding for timing device assembly and repair work.
    data: Mechanical knowledge imp:3.6
    data: Production and Processing knowledge
    data: Control Precision ability
  [riasec_cluster] Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers (49-2092.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles show strong Realistic orientation (R:6.54 for watch repairers) involving hands-on mechanical repair and troubleshooting work.
    data: RIASEC R:6.54
    data: Troubleshooting skills
    data: Equipment Maintenance
  [transferable_skill] Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers (49-9061.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require repairing skills (3.9 importance) and quality control analysis (3.0 importance) for precision equipment maintenance.
    data: Repairing skills imp:3.9
    data: Quality Control Analysis imp:3.0
    data: Operations Monitoring

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['watch repairer', 'clock repairer', 'horologist', 'timepiece technician', 'chronometer repairer', 'clocksmith', 'watch technician', 'timing instrument repair']
  exclude_keywords : ['watchman', 'security guard', 'timekeeper', 'clock tower', 'time management']
  title_patterns   : ['*Clock*Repairer*', '*Watch*Repairer*', '*Timepiece*', '*Horolog*', '*Chronometer*']
  common_variations: ['antique clock repairer', 'watch repair technician', 'clock mechanic', 'electric clock mechanic', 'auto clocks repairer', 'pallet repairer', 'dial printer', 'caser']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'watch', 'mechanical', 'repair', 'principles', 'materials', 'timepieces', 'includes', 'control', 'objects', 'problems', 'ideas', 'timepiece', 'machines', 'moving', 'techniques', 'activities', 'body']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01592  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01478  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  inference:3%
equipment                  33  0.01251  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  dwas:30%
watch                      21  0.00796  wikipedia            wikipedia:48%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:19%
mechanical                 16  0.00607  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:31%  inference:31%  dwas:25%
repair                     16  0.00607  inference            inference:44%  dwas:31%  onet_tasks:12%
principles                 16  0.00607  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  13  0.00493  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  dwas:23%
timepieces                 12  0.00455  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  inference:42%  wikipedia:8%
includes                   12  0.00455  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    12  0.00455  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00455  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problems                   11  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  onet_tasks:9%  dwas:9%
ideas                      11  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
timepiece                  10  0.00379  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:40%  inference:40%  wikipedia:20%
machines                   10  0.00379  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  onet_tasks:30%
moving                     10  0.00379  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  onet_tasks:10%  wikipedia:10%
techniques                 10  0.00379  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 10  0.00379  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  wikipedia:10%
body                       10  0.00379  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                10  0.00379  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
hand                        9  0.00341  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  inference:11%
tools                       9  0.00341  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  inference:22%  onet_tasks:11%
performance                 9  0.00341  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  dwas:11%
electronic                  9  0.00341  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  onet_tasks:22%  dwas:11%
procedures                  9  0.00341  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
resources                   9  0.00341  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00341  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                  8  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       8  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     8  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
rules                       8  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   8  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  8  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
events                      8  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
movement                    8  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  wikipedia:50%
identifying                 8  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
developing                  8  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%