Tech, Repair Shop in Training

Music & Arts • Plano, TX

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About The Position

The purpose of this job is to repair musical instruments in a timely and proficient manner so that each instrument is returned in good playing order. A technician may specialize in one type of instrument or work on multiple types; brass and woodwind specialties are preferred. The role works on rental-returned instruments and ensures repairs meet established quality guidelines. It also maintains accurate production records and performs additional duties as assigned.

Music & Arts is part of the Guitar Center enterprise and operates more than 200 retail stores, 120 educational representatives, and 300 affiliate locations. The position requires an apprenticeship or diploma from an accredited repair school, a high school diploma or GED, and at least two years of relevant daily experience working on musical instruments. Preferred candidates have four years of relevant experience and advanced instrument repair knowledge.

The successful candidate produces quality repairs efficiently, takes advice and supervision from the shop manager, diagnoses and solves technical problems, works independently, and collaborates with others in a close environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Apprenticeship or diploma from an accredited repair school.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Ability to use standard repair shop tooling and equipment.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience working on musical instruments on a daily basis.
• Skilled understanding and function of one or more of the following instrument groups: brass, woodwind, percussion, or orchestral instruments, and the ability to repair them in a timely and efficient manner.
• Goal-oriented, with the ability to produce quality repairs efficiently.
• Ability to take advice and supervision from the shop manager.
• Problem-solving and technical skills for diagnosing and repairing instruments.
• Ability to self-motivate and work independently.
• Ability to work with others in a close environment.

Nice To Haves

• Brass and woodwind specialty.
• 4 years of relevant work experience working on musical instruments on a daily basis.
• Advanced understanding and function of one or more of the following instrument groups: brass, woodwind, percussion, or orchestral instruments, and the ability to repair them in a timely and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Repair rental-returned musical instruments efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Ensure each instrument is repaired according to established quality guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records for production reporting.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Gig leave for musician employees to take time off to share their music and return after their tour.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Mental health support.
• Paid sick, holiday, and vacation time.
• Employee discount program.
• Tuition reimbursement options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED