Piano Tuner

Liberty University • Lynchburg, VA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

School of Music student workers support the administrative and production needs of the School of Music. Daily functions include supporting the practice rooms, classes, ensembles, concerts, and recitals throughout each semester. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist Piano Technician with the regular tuning and maintenance of School of Music pianos. Perform regular weekly tuning, with the technique of setting the pin and the tuning itself aided by and conforming to a master tuning on an electronic tuning device. Identify and address minor mechanical issues such as sticking keys, buzzing strings, and loose pedals. Clean and maintain internal components of pianos, including soundboards, pins, and strings. Provides excellent customer service to the professors and students of the School of Music. Communicates effectively through both written and spoken means with supervisor, professors, and students. Represents and serves the School of Music in a professional, kind, and humble manner. Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ. Additional information may be found here QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS An above average pitch perception Must be teachable Music majors or piano players preferred Must be detail oriented, keep records, and document work Education and Experience High school diploma 1-2 years work experience in any field preferred Work Hours 12-18 hours per week ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB Communication and Comprehension Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information. Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner. Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University. Strong organizational skills. Computer skills – Microsoft Suite Problem Solving Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature. Physical and Sensory Abilities May be required to travel across campus on rare occasions May be required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard. Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally. Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus. Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business. Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS Work Environment The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled setting. It is well lighted, and the noise level is moderate. For SOM productions and concerts, music levels may be above average, but will not exceed industry and OSHA safety standards. Working environment may include facilitation of events outdoors occasionally. Driving Requirements Use of one’s personal vehicle may be required for travel across campus in the performance of the essential functions of this position.

Requirements

• An above average pitch perception
• Must be teachable
• Must be detail oriented, keep records, and document work
• High school diploma
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer skills – Microsoft Suite
• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Nice To Haves

• Music majors or piano players preferred
• 1-2 years work experience in any field preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist Piano Technician with the regular tuning and maintenance of School of Music pianos.
• Perform regular weekly tuning, with the technique of setting the pin and the tuning itself aided by and conforming to a master tuning on an electronic tuning device.
• Identify and address minor mechanical issues such as sticking keys, buzzing strings, and loose pedals.
• Clean and maintain internal components of pianos, including soundboards, pins, and strings.
• Provides excellent customer service to the professors and students of the School of Music.
• Communicates effectively through both written and spoken means with supervisor, professors, and students.
• Represents and serves the School of Music in a professional, kind, and humble manner.
• Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees