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Surface Experts - Boston North

Cabinet Maker

Woburn, MA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Watch this video to learn more about working at Surface Experts: Qualifications: * Experience working with your hands, through previous work experience or a hobby * Attention to detail * Ability to ...

Surface Experts

Cabinet Maker

Reading, MA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Watch this video to learn more about working at Surface Experts: Qualifications: * Experience working with your hands, through previous work experience or a hobby * Attention to detail * Ability to ...

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How much do watch maker jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for watch maker in the United States is $16.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.74 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a watch maker do?

A watch maker is a skilled craftsperson who designs, builds, repairs, and maintains watches and timepieces. Their work can involve assembling intricate mechanical movements, replacing parts, adjusting mechanisms for accurate timekeeping, and restoring antique or luxury watches. Watch makers use specialized tools and have a deep understanding of horology, the science of time measurement. Many work in repair shops, jewelry stores, or for luxury watch brands, and some may also create custom or bespoke watches.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a watch maker?

To thrive as a Watch Maker, you need strong mechanical aptitude, fine motor skills, and a formal qualification in horology or watchmaking. Familiarity with precision tools, lathes, timing machines, and certifications from organizations like the Swiss WOSTEP program or AWCI are highly valued. Patience, meticulous attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities set outstanding watchmakers apart. These skills are crucial for crafting, repairing, and maintaining high-quality timepieces that demand accuracy and reliability.

What are some common challenges faced by watch makers in modern workshops?

Watch makers often encounter the challenge of balancing traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, as many workshops now integrate computerized tools alongside manual techniques. Precision and attention to detail are crucial, especially when working with tiny, delicate components that require steady hands and keen eyesight. Additionally, sourcing authentic or rare replacement parts for vintage watches can be difficult, demanding creative problem-solving and strong industry connections. Collaboration with fellow watch makers and specialists is also common, particularly when tackling complex repairs or custom timepieces.

What is the difference between Watch Maker vs Watch Repair Technician?

AspectWatch MakerWatch Repair Technician
CredentialsWatchmaking certification, horology degreesBasic watch repair certifications, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, luxury brands, custom designJewelry stores, repair shops, service centers
Industry UsageHigh-end watch brands, custom watch creationRetail jewelry stores, repair services

While both roles involve working with watches, a Watch Maker typically designs and constructs new watches, often requiring advanced horology skills and certifications. In contrast, a Watch Repair Technician focuses on repairing and maintaining existing watches, usually with less formal training. Both roles are essential in the watch industry but differ in scope and specialization.

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Infographic showing various Watch Maker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,445 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Cabinet Maker

Woburn, MA • On-site

Surface Experts - Boston North
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$25 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company car
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free food & snacks
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance

Position Title: Surface Repair Specialist
Benefits:
  • Competitive base salary with commission/bonus opportunity
  • Paid holidays and accruable vacation
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid training
  • Company vehicle for commuting and job duties
  • Company cell phone (or reimbursement)
  • Field-based
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance available
 
Position Summary:
Do you like working with your hands? Do you enjoy variety in your work? Surface Experts Repair Specialist might be the job for you! No two jobs are the same and most repairs require creativity, while only taking an hour to complete.
We are building a local branch (first in the Boston area) of a national brand and looking for individuals who are creative, team players, flexible, & teachable.
Watch this video to learn more about working at Surface Experts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJ0nCFdtqqs
Qualifications: 
  • Experience working with your hands, through previous work experience or a hobby
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work as a team, but manage your own schedule on a daily basis
  • Customer service experience
  • Art background is helpful, but not necessary
  • Understanding color and how to match color is a large part of what we do. If you are color blind than this is not the job for you.
 
About Surface Experts:
SE is a national service Franchise that Specializes in Repair & Restoration of Solid Surfaces…Countertops, Cabinets, Flooring (Wood, Laminate, Tile, etc), Bathroom Fixtures (Tubs, Showers), Appliances, Furniture, etc
Clients are mainly Multi-Family Apartment Buildings, Student Housing, Hotels, Assisting Living, and other commercial buildings. We also work with Moving Companies, Restoration Companies, Realtors, Construction Companies, and Homeowners.
Our goal is to solve customers’ problems by allowing them to “Repair, Not Replace”. We fix common issues quicker, more economically, with less aggravation, and we save waste from going into landfills.