Strings Repair Technician

Music & Arts; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Music & Arts is seeking a Strings Repair Technician in East Hartford, CT, responsible for timely repair and maintenance of musical string instruments. This entry-level role requires a high school diploma, relevant experience, and a passion for music, offering a unique work environment with benefits such as medical, dental, and opportunities for gig leave.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401K + company match

Paid time off (sick/holiday/vacation)

Employee discount program

Tuition reimbursement options

Gig leave for musicians

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant work experience with musical instruments.
• Ability to use standard repair shop tooling and equipment.
• Skilled understanding of brass, woodwind, percussion, and orchestral instruments.

Responsibilities

• Repair rental returned instruments efficiently.
• Ensure repairs meet established quality guidelines.
• Maintain accurate production reporting records.

Skills

Technical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Diploma from an accredited repair school

Job description

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The purpose of this job is to repair musical string instruments in a timely and proficient manner so that the instrument is returned in good playing order. A technician can specialize in one type of instrument, or work on multiple types.

Duty or Responsibility:

• Works on rental returned instruments in an efficient & timely manner.
  
• Ensuring each instrument is repaired according to established quality guidelines
  
• Maintain accurate records for production reporting
  
• Additional duties as assigned.
  
  

About Music & Arts

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 200+ retail stores, 120+ educational representatives, and 300+ affiliate locations.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
  
• Apprenticeship or a diploma for an accredited repair school is required
  
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
  
• Must be able to use standard repair shop tooling and equipment
  
• 2 years of relevant work experience, working on musical instruments on a daily basis
  
• Skilled understanding and function of one or all brass, woodwind, percussion and orchestral instruments, and the ability to repair same in a timely and efficient manner
  
  

Perferred Requirements:

• 4 years of relevant work experience, working on musical instruments on a daily basis
  
• Advanced understanding and function of one or all brass, woodwind, percussion and orchestral instruments, and the ability to repair same in a timely and efficient manner
  
  

Special Attributes:

• Goal oriented
  
• The ability to produce quality repairs in an efficient manner
  
• The ability to take advice and supervision from the shop manager
  
• Problem solving and technical skills as related to diagnosing and repairing each instrument
  
• The ability to self-motivate and work independently
  
• Must be able to work with others in a close environment
  
  

Why Us? Here's just some of the rewards:

For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gig leave--take time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour! Guitar Center offers robust benefits and perks, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus company match, mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options.

Pay Rate:$16.00 - $18.00/hr plus commission depending on location, background and experience.

The job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, and other factors. The pay range(s) listed are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations

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 [e-mail].

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