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String Instrument Repair Technician

$17 - $20 per hour

Guitar Center

Musical Instrument Repair Technician

The purpose of this job is to repair musical string instruments in a timely and proficient manner so that the instrument is returned in good playing order. A technician can specialize in one type of instrument, or work on multiple types.

Duty or Responsibility:

  • Works on rental returned instruments in an efficient & timely manner.
  • Ensuring each instrument is repaired according to established quality guidelines
  • Maintain accurate records for production reporting
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Apprenticeship or a diploma for an accredited repair school is required
  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
  • Must be able to use standard repair shop tooling and equipment
  • 2 years of relevant work experience, working on musical instruments on a daily basis
  • Skilled understanding and function of one or all brass, woodwind, percussion and orchestral instruments, and the ability to repair same in a timely and efficient manner

Perferred Requirements:

  • 4 years of relevant work experience, working on musical instruments on a daily basis
  • Advanced understanding and function of one or all brass, woodwind, percussion and orchestral instruments, and the ability to repair same in a timely and efficient manner

Special Attributes:

  • Goal oriented
  • The ability to produce quality repairs in an efficient manner
  • The ability to take advice and supervision from the shop manager
  • Problem solving and technical skills as related to diagnosing and repairing each instrument
  • The ability to self-motivate and work independently
  • Must be able to work with others in a close environment

Why Us? Here's just some of the rewards:

For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gig leave--take time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour! Guitar Center offers robust benefits and perks, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus company match, mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options.

Pay Rate: $17.00 - $20.00/hr plus commission depending on location, background and experience.

Music & Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job? related requirements.

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