What are the responsibilities and job description for the Watch Repair / Specialist position at Eclectic Inventory?
Watch Repair Specialist (Part-Time)
Location: Lower East Side, New York, NY
Eclectic Inventory is opening a vintage watch store in the Lower East Side, and we’re looking for a Watch Repair Specialist to join our growing team.
We’re open to a wide range of experience levels, from skilled watch hobbyists to experienced watchmakers. If you have a passion for watches, enjoy problem-solving, and take pride in quality craftsmanship, we’d love to hear from you. Compensation and responsibilities will be based on your experience and skill level.
What You’ll Do
- Size and adjust watch bracelets for customers in-store
- Replace watch batteries and perform routine maintenance
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and quartz watches
- Replace crystals, crowns, stems, clasps, straps, and other watch components
- Perform cosmetic repairs and restorations when needed
- Troubleshoot watches that are not running or are keeping poor time
- Test watches after repairs to ensure proper function
- Keep accurate records of repairs and parts used
- Maintain a clean, organized repair workspace
- Provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service while assisting customers with adjustments and repairs
What We’re Looking For
- Experience repairing or servicing watches, whether professionally, through formal training, or as a serious hobby
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
- Comfortable using watch repair tools and equipment
- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose both quartz and mechanical watches
- Experience replacing crystals or performing movement repairs is a plus, but not required
- Reliable, organized, and able to work independently
- Friendly and professional when interacting with customers
Schedule
- Weekend availability is required, especially Saturdays and Sundays
- Additional weekday hours are available based on your availability and repair volume
- Flexible part-time position with the opportunity to grow as our business expands
Pay
Compensation is competitive and based on experience and skill level. We welcome applicants ranging from passionate hobbyists looking to gain experience to highly skilled watchmakers capable of performing complete restorations.
If you’re passionate about vintage watches and want to be part of an exciting new retail concept in New York City, we’d love to hear from you.
Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $32