Supervisor, Keyboard Instruments

University of Miami•Coral Gables, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami's Frost School of Music has an exciting opportunity for a full time Supervisor, Keyboard Instruments to work in Coral Gables, FL. The Supervisor, Keyboard Instruments maintains the pianos and keyboard instruments of the Frost School of Music (FSOM) under the direction of the Manager of Keyboard Instruments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge of proper use and care of piano tuning and repair tools
Demonstrated ability to assess the condition and function of pianos
Experience in working with harpsichords and other specialty keyboard instruments
Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with the manager and other staff
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently
Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

5 years of recent work experience in the repair, servicing, tuning and preventative maintenance of acoustic pianos and digital keyboards preferred
Registered Piano Technician current status with the Piano Technicians Guild recommended

Responsibilities

Perform tuning of pianos in faculty studios, classrooms, practice rooms, rehearsal halls, and concert halls
Perform repairs as needed, including new strings, action parts, cabinet and bench repairs
Vacuum pianos as needed and notify Manager of any problems with the piano
Regulation and voicing of pianos as needed
Maintain digital pianos in two keyboard labs
Maintain current inventory of all acoustic and digital pianos in Excel format
Move celesta, harpsichord and other keyboard instruments as needed
Supervise piano moving professionals engaged by the Frost School of Music
Perform tasks related to Purchase Orders for new pianos and piano moving in Workday system
Perform and assist with specialized piano related tasks as assigned by the Manager, Keyboard Instruments
Maintain collegial relationships and communication with administration, faculty, staff, and students
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.