Professional Watchmaker | Luxury Watch Service
Davis Jewelers | Louisville, Kentucky
Full-Time | Starting at $40/hour | Relocation Assistance Available
Hidden Talent is recruiting on behalf of Davis Jewelers for an experienced Professional Watchmaker to join its growing luxury watch-service team.
If you enjoy the precision of watchmaking, take pride in delivering high-quality repairs, and want to work in an established luxury jewelry environment, this could be an excellent opportunity.
Davis Jewelers has served the Louisville community since 1930 and is known for its commitment to craftsmanship, exceptional service, and meaningful client relationships.
Rolex certification is not required for this position. We welcome qualified watchmakers with professional experience servicing luxury mechanical, automatic, and quartz timepieces.
What You'll Do
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, service, and repair luxury watches and movements.
- Perform movement disassembly, cleaning, lubrication, assembly, and adjustment.
- Complete routine maintenance, movement repairs, and quality-control testing.
- Prepare accurate and timely repair assessments and estimates.
- Inspect completed repairs to ensure consistent quality and performance.
- Maintain organized service records, tools, parts, and equipment.
- Communicate repair status and technical findings with the service team.
- Support case and bracelet refinishing as qualified.
- Collaborate with other watchmakers and service professionals to meet productivity and turnaround expectations.
- Continue developing technical expertise through training and professional education.
What We're Looking For
- Professional experience servicing and repairing luxury timepieces.
- Experience working with mechanical and automatic watch movements.
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
- Familiarity with professional watchmaking tools, equipment, and testing procedures.
- Proven ability to produce consistent, high-quality work.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented attitude.
WOSTEP, SAWTA, CW21, or comparable watchmaking education and certification are preferred but not required.
Experience with multiple luxury watch brands is a plus.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting at $40/hour, with compensation based on experience, technical skills, and qualifications.
- Relocation assistance available on a case-by-case basis.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Pet insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Employee merchandise discounts.
- Professional development and continued training opportunities.
Schedule & Location
- Full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Five-day workweek, scheduled Monday through Saturday.
- Saturday availability preferred, with one weekday off. Some scheduling flexibility is available.
- Flexible daily start times, generally between 8:30 and 9:30 AM, with the workday ending between 5:00 and 6:00 PM.
- On-site in Louisville, Kentucky.
Candidates from outside the Louisville area are encouraged to apply.
Bring your craftsmanship to a team that appreciates the skill, dedication, and precision behind professional watchmaking.