Junior Technical Instructor – Watchmaking (Direct Hire) 

 Location Dallas, TX 75201  | Onsite

COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE

• Salary: $81,700 – $104,200 annually

• Schedule: Full-time | 40 hours per week

• Employment Type: Exempt

• Occasional travel to other company locations within the United States may be required.

ROLE IMPACT

We are seeking a skilled Junior Technical Instructor to join a professional watchmaking training center in Downtown Dallas. This position focuses on educating and mentoring the next generation of professional watchmakers through hands on technical instruction, precision watch repair, and practical skill development. The ideal candidate is a certified watchmaker or experienced watchmaking professional passionate about sharing technical knowledge and helping students achieve industry certifications. Previous teaching or training experience is not required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver hands on technical instruction in watchmaking, micromechanics, precision assembly, watch repair, and manufacturing techniques to support student learning and certification readiness.

• Coach, mentor, and assess students while communicating complex technical concepts clearly and maintaining a respectful, inclusive learning environment.

• Develop and implement instructional activities aligned with established watchmaking curricula, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and individual learning objectives. Document and communicate student progress.

• Support technical instructors with student candidate interviews, practical skills assessments, training projects, and administrative responsibilities.

• Complete 160 hours of production work annually in the Dallas After-Sales Workshop while meeting company quality and productivity standards. Participate in 40 hours of company supported professional development annually.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in watchmaking, watch repair, precision mechanics, or a closely related technical field.

• Demonstrated technical knowledge of mechanical watch movements, micromechanics, precision repair, and watchmaking processes, supported by professional certification or equivalent practical experience.

• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, interpersonal, and coaching skills, with the ability to explain technical procedures and evaluate student performance.

CORE TOOLS & SYSTEMS

• Watchmaking tools, precision instruments, and micromechanical equipment

• Mechanical watch repair, assembly, servicing, and manufacturing techniques

• Microsoft Office Suite for instructional documentation, reporting, and administrative tasks

• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), OSHA safety practices, and technical quality standards

• Student assessment, skills evaluation, and instructional documentation

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Knowledge of watchmaking industry history, professional certification standards, and emerging technologies.

• Experience mentoring, coaching, or providing technical instruction in a workshop or educational environment.

• Familiarity with workshop logistics, production quality control, and precision manufacturing.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; to write and perform data entry on a desktop computer. The employee is occasionally required to sit/walk/bend; lift and/or carry no more than 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, frequent reading. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. The normal work schedule is 40 hours per week. May occasionally be required to travel to other company sites within the United States.

LEGAL NOTICE

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified applicants and employees in accordance with applicable laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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