Piano Technician

Pomona College•Claremont, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

ABOUT POMONA COLLEGE: Located near Los Angeles, California, Pomona College is widely regarded as one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, Pomona College is known for small classes, a challenging curriculum, close relationships between students and faculty, and a range of student research and leadership opportunities. Pomona is a member of The Claremont Colleges. JOB PURPOSE: The Piano Technician maintains, cares for, and reconditions pianos in Thatcher Music Building, Rembrandt Hall, Bridges Hall of Music, and other locations where music instruction occurs. This position performs regular tuning of pianos and harpsichords (referred to below as “keyboard instruments”) in preparation for concerts, maintains maintenance records, and formulates recommendations about long-range planning for the collection of pianos used in the Department of Music.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED is required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of five years of experience maintaining pianos at an optimal level (detailed performance tunings, action regulation and refurbishing, voicing, repairs, and preventative maintenance of grand and upright pianos) is required.
Deploy professional skills in piano and keyboard instrument tuning, repair, and maintenance care, in collaboration with colleagues, to best promote the College’s strategic interests.
Demonstrate effective, accurate, and clear communication with strong verbal, written, interpersonal, reading, phone, and service-oriented skills. Follow all written and verbal instructions, asking questions as needed for clarification of projects/tasks/duties/assignments.
Operate computers proficiently with basic Microsoft Office software (such as Word, Excel, Outlook) and associated professional software, tools, and equipment. Use assigned technology/devices/equipment to achieve annual goals and maintain confidentiality.
Handle all activities and highly confidential information with patience, discretion, good judgment, courtesy, and tact while working with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
Use exceptional organizational, time management, and instrument maintenance skills to complete work with accuracy and a keen attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

RPT member of the Piano Technicians Guild is preferred.
Experience at an academic institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

Tune all keyboard instruments across Music Department facilities, including practice rooms, classrooms, studios, rehearsal spaces, and performance areas, on a regular schedule and in preparation for concerts and special events.
Assess, repair, voice, and regulate keyboard instruments throughout all departmental spaces as needed, ensuring each instrument meets the performance and pedagogical standards required by the Department of Music. Track and respond to maintenance requests using an up-to-date reporting system.
Maintain a well-organized stock of parts, materials, supplies, and tools necessary to support the timely and effective maintenance and repair of all keyboard instruments under departmental care.
Develop and continuously update a comprehensive instrument inventory that documents acquisition dates, service and repair history, current playing condition, instrument availability, estimated replacement costs, and any other information relevant to long-term asset planning.
Coordinate and supervise outside contractors for piano moves, major rebuilding, and additional tunings during periods of high demand.
Communicate and coordinate regularly with the General Manager of Music Facilities and faculty regarding piano needs and scheduling.
Coordinate special projects/tasks and provide assistance as assigned.