Advanced Repair Technician

Music & Arts; Lakewood, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Music & Arts is seeking an instrument repair technician to repair musical instruments promptly and proficiently, returning them in good playing order. You may specialize in one type of instrument or work across multiple types.

You will provide repair estimates, uphold timetables, and serve instruments from student to professional levels. The role emphasizes high-quality workmanship and may include supporting repair clinics or school events.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Apprenticeship or a diploma for an accredited repair school.
• At least 6 years' experience in working on musical instruments on a daily basis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair brass, woodwind, orchestral or percussion instruments.
• Provide estimates for repair of instruments.
• Work on a timetable to ensure that work is completed within estimated cost/time.
• Work on customer owned and retail instruments from student level to professional.
• Perform work at an hourly rate in excess of the shop's rate with high quality results.
• Assist at repair clinics or school events when needed.

Skills

Instrument repair

Repair estimates

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship or repair school diploma

Job description

An instrument repair technician's job is to repair musical instruments in a timely and proficient manner so that the instrument is returned to the customer in good playing order. A tech can specialize in one type of instrument, or work on multiple types.

Essential Functions (not all-inclusive ):

• Clean and repair of at least one type instrument -- brass, woodwind, orchestral or percussion
• Provide estimates for repair of instruments
• Work on a timetable to ensure that work is completed within estimated cost / time.
• Work on customer owned and retail instruments from the student le vel to professional instruments
• Perform work at an hourly rate in excess of the shops hourly rate, and work must be of excellent quality
• Other duties as assigned, such as assisting at repair clinics or school events.

About Music & Arts

Music & Arts embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our teammates to find their own individual sound. We strive to create lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the almost indescribable happiness that comes from playing an instrument. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion.

The first Music & Arts was located in a small house in Bethesda, MD and run by founder Benjamin O'Brien. When Music & Arts opened its doors in 1952, we offered printed music, music lessons, dance lessons, and art supplies. Ben decided shortly after opening his business that he wanted to focus on music to better serve his customers -- a decision that remains intact to this day.

Since the 1990's, Music & Arts has expanded nationwide through organic growth and a series of acquisitions and mergers with other music dealers. In 2005, Music & Arts joined forces with American Music to become the largest band and orchestra instrument retailer in the United States. Based in Frederick, MD, Music & Arts is now part of the Guitar Center enterprise and comprises 225+ retail stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations.

Requirements

To join our band, you'll need the following experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Apprenticeship or a diploma for an accredited repair school
• At least 6 years' experience in working on musical instruments on a daily basis preferred

Physical Demand & Work Effort

• Standing, sitting, walking
• Lifting, pushing and pulling of instruments and cases up to 75 pounds
• Mild cleaning chemical smell

Music & Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‐ related requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1‐818-735-8800 ext. 2862 or by sending an email to [e-mail].