Music Repair Shop Specialist Job at Music and Arts, Little Falls, NJ

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  • Music and Arts
  • Little Falls, NJ

Job Description

Music Repair Shop Specialist at Music and Arts summary:

The Music Repair Shop Specialist is responsible for proficiently repairing various musical instruments and ensuring they are returned to customers in excellent condition. This role includes providing cost estimates, maintaining a timely work schedule, and performing high-quality repairs on both customer-owned and retail instruments. The specialist may also assist at repair clinics and events, contributing to the mission of fostering creativity and lifelong musicianship.

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 level 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.

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

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

Love this gig and want to apply?

Send your resume and cover letter today along with salary expectations!

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: $25.00 - $30.00/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 or by sending an email to .


Keywords:

music repair, instrument technician, brass repair, woodwind repair, percussion repair, musical instrument service, repair clinic, customer service, musician, music industry

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Apprenticeship, Local area,

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