Brass & Woodwind Repair Technician - Chicago, IL; Norwood Park

About the Position

Ensemble Performing Arts is seeking an experienced Brass & Woodwind Repair Technician to support our instrument repair needs at Flatts and Sharpe Music Company
, our Norwood Park location in Chicago, IL. We are looking for a technician to evaluate, repair, and set up brass and wind instruments with precision and efficiency. This role requires strong technical skill, the ability to work independently, and excellent communication with staff and customers.

This is a contract (1099) position, and the ideal candidate has their own fully equipped workspace or access to a professional repair workbench and tools.

• Evaluate brass and woodwind instruments to diagnose mechanical and structural issues
• Perform repairs including pad replacement, dent removal, soldering, key fitting, alignment, cork and felt work, cleaning, and full overhauls
• Complete professional set ups to ensure instruments play at optimal performance levels
• Communicate clearly with customers and staff regarding repair needs, timelines, and cost estimates
• Manage multiple repair projects efficiently while meeting deadlines
• Maintain accurate repair records, work orders, and reporting documentation
• Ensure quality control and consistency across all completed work

• A degree from an accredited instrument repair school or equivalent experience - recent graduates encouraged to apply
• Fundamental skills necessary for evaluation, repair, and professional set up of brass and wind instruments
• A strong customer-service mindset and attention to detail
• Ability to manage workflow and prioritize multiple projects

• The desired time commitment for this position is approximately 20-25 hours/week
• Pay will be commensurate with experience and will be in the range of $28-32/hour

Ensemble Schools is a partnership of community-driven music & dance schools that maintain individual identities but share resources to ensure their mutual success.

Our mission is to empower artists by safeguarding the businesses that love them. Our values include:

• Stewardship: We are caretakers of our local businesses and communities, helping them thrive by making it easy for our teachers to cultivate an enriching learning experience for students.
• Growth: Our teachers are integral to our success, and we are committed to their professional growth. As an ever-growing partnership of music and dance schools, we seek to increase the high-quality resources provided to our schools and teachers.
• Stagehands: Our Shared Services team runs in the background to support our schools. By doing this, we champion our teachers and students to be the real stars of the show!

Please send a resume and brief cover letter to Andrell Robinson through this portal to apply for this position. Diversity is a strength of our artistic community, and we invite all those meeting the above criteria to apply.

Job Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Pay: $28-32 per hour