Production & Manufacturing · Perform precision assembling or adjusting, within narrow tolerances, of timing devices such as digital clocks or timing devices with electrical or electronic components.
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Entry Salary
$23–29k
First 1–2 years
Peak Salary
$37–44k
10+ years experience
Job Outlook
-17.5% · Declining
Projected decline of -17.5% from 2024 to 2034.
Time to Start
1–2 years
College degree typical
Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.
Entry-Level Adjusters
Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters
Experienced Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters
Senior Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters
Director of Production & Manufacturing
You prioritize Support
This career is strongly aligned with Support — a core work value that shapes how people approach their career decisions.
You're strong in Repairing
Repairing is a top skill for this career, and it plays to what students like you naturally do best.
Good fit for your timeline
This career typically requires short-term training (less than 1 year), which matches common student preparation goals.
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