SuccessFactors Recruiting: Piano Technician (Piano Operations)

Johns Hopkins University • Peabody, MA

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About The Position

The Piano Technician is an occasional member of the Piano Technology team at the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University, supporting both the Conservatory and the Preparatory. Reporting to the Manager of Piano Technology, the technician performs assigned tuning and regulation work, which may include concert-level tuning, voicing, repairs, and action regulation, as well as general instrument maintenance. This is a casual, as-needed position that may involve up to 19 hours per week during busy periods, depending on departmental needs, or up to 987 hours per year. The role may also service and maintain non-Conservatory University pianos as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of experience, including basic tuning and knowledge of grand and upright piano repair and maintenance.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with students, faculty, dealers, donors, and guest performers.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and solve problems.
• Ability to interact positively with others and function as a team member.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• Experience with university tuning.
• Knowledge of acceptable work standards in piano maintenance.
• Knowledge of the effects of humidity and seasonal changes on pianos.

Responsibilities

• Perform tunings and general maintenance of pianos for the Peabody Institute.
• Tune pianos aurally with accuracy and stability.
• Monitor the serviceability of pianos worked on and communicate larger problems as they are identified.
• Aid in servicing, regulating, repairing, and cleaning pianos as needed.
• Work with faculty on piano-related needs as requested.
• Tune and maintain non-Conservatory University pianos as needed.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED