Woodwinds Technician
The Guitar Center Company•Montville Township, NJ
•$16 - $20
About The Position
The Woodwinds Technician repairs musical instruments in a timely and proficient manner so they are returned in good playing order. Technicians may specialize in one instrument type or work on multiple types. The role primarily involves working on rental-returned instruments, following established quality guidelines, and keeping accurate production records. Additional duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Apprenticeship or a diploma from an accredited repair school.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
- Ability to use standard repair shop tooling and equipment.
- Two years of relevant work experience working on musical instruments daily.
- Skilled understanding and function of one or more of the following instrument families: brass, woodwind, percussion, and orchestral instruments, and ability to repair them efficiently and in a timely manner.
- Goal-oriented approach.
- 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
- Four years of relevant work experience working on musical instruments daily.
- Advanced understanding and function of one or more of the following instrument families: brass, woodwind, percussion, and orchestral instruments, and ability to repair them efficiently and in a timely manner.
Responsibilities
- Repair rental-returned 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 perform or tour and return to their job afterward.
- 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.
- Commission in addition to the hourly pay rate, depending on location, background, and experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
