Piano Technician
Listed on 2026-06-17
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Installation Technician, Field/Service Technician
Position Summary
The Piano Technician supports the Lead Technician in tuning, voicing, regulation, maintenance, and repair of the school's inventory of 131 pianos and 3 harpsichords. Responsibilities include ongoing care of instruments in classrooms, practice rooms, faculty studios, performance halls, and preparation for concerts and recitals. This role requires strong independent judgment, problem‑solving ability, and craftsmanship. A standard 40‑hour work week is expected, with occasional evening or weekend hours as needed for performance support.
The position reports to the Lead Piano Technician.
- Perform regular tuning, voicing, regulation, repairs, and rebuilding work as needed.
- Prepare instruments for concerts, recitals, and academic use.
- Assist in safe movement and relocation of pianos and harpsichords around campus facilities.
- Maintain inventory records and provide reports to the Lead Technician.
- Adhere to safety and operational procedures for handling heavy instruments.
- High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.
- At least three years of professional institutional piano technician experience.
- Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of pianos.
- Strong diagnostic skills and proficiency in tuning, voicing, and regulating to performance standards.
- Ability to perform corrective repairs independently and handle tools and equipment safely.
- Completion of manufacturer‑specific or recognized piano technology training preferred.
- Registered Piano Technician (RPT) certification from the Piano Technicians Guild preferred.
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