Music Instrument Repair Specialist
About The Position
An instrument repair technician repairs musical instruments in a timely and proficient manner so they are returned to customers in good playing order. The technician may specialize in one type of instrument or work on multiple types. The role includes working on customer-owned and retail instruments ranging from student to professional level, and completing quality work at an hourly rate that exceeds the shop’s hourly rate. Other duties may include assisting at repair clinics or school events. Music & Arts, founded in 1952 and based in Frederick, Maryland, is part of the Guitar Center enterprise. It comprises more than 200 retail stores, over 120 educational representatives, and more than 300 affiliate locations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Apprenticeship or diploma from an accredited repair school.
- Strings experience.
- At least six years of daily experience working on musical instruments is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- At least six years of daily experience working on musical instruments.
Responsibilities
- Clean and repair at least one type of instrument: brass, woodwind, orchestral, or percussion.
- Provide repair estimates for instruments.
- Complete work within the estimated cost and time.
- Repair customer-owned and retail instruments from student to professional level.
- Perform excellent-quality work at an hourly rate in excess of the shop’s hourly rate.
- Assist at repair clinics or school events, as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
