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Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters

Production (51-2061)

Perform precision assembling or adjusting, within narrow tolerances, of timing devices such as digital clocks or timing devices with electrical or electronic components.

At a Glance

Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters earns a median of $40,790/yr with -17.5% projected growth. Typical entry: High school diploma or equivalent. Top skills: Microsoft Office software, Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment, Finger Dexterity.

Median Annual Wage

$40,790/yr

Projected Growth (2024-34)

-17.5%

Annual Openings

N/A

Typical Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Skills & Requirements

Skills (3)

Repairing

Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

3.4
Quality Control Analysis

Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

3.3
Troubleshooting

Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

3.3

Knowledge (1)

Mechanical

Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

3.6

Abilities (5)

Finger Dexterity

The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.

4.0
Arm-Hand Steadiness

The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

3.9
Near Vision

The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

3.5
Manual Dexterity

The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

3.4
Problem Sensitivity

The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.

3.4

Technology (1)

Microsoft Office software

Category: Office suite software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5

Work Activities (9)

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

4.1
Handling and Moving Objects

Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

3.9
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

3.7
Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

3.7
Controlling Machines and Processes

Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

3.6
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

3.5
Getting Information

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

3.4
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

3.4
Thinking Creatively

Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

3.3

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