• Piano Technician - #Staff

    Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, MD)


    The Piano Technology Department is seeking a **_Piano Technician_** who will reporting to the Manager of Piano Technology, and function as a member of the Piano Technology team.

     

    The Piano Technician will be a key member of the Piano Technology team and will be responsible for some concert level tunings, voicing, repair and action regulation, moving with the assistance of the piano lift 2, cleaning, restringing, action rebuilds, and general maintenance of instruments used for practice and performances for the Peabody Institute. The Piano technician will also provide instructional training to student workers and graduate assistants hired within the department as needed.

     

    The incumbent of this position must also be able to work with computers and help in maintaining our inventory of over 250 pianos, sending digital contracts for piano rentals, and participate in our online request management system. Training in all online systems will be provided.

     

    This is a full-time 12-month position with the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University supporting both the Conservatory and the Preparatory, as such, the incumbent must be available to work evenings and weekends when asked, dictated by the concert and performance schedule.

     

    The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University advances a dynamic, 21st-century model of performing arts training in pursuit of its mission: to elevate the human experience through leadership at the intersection of art and education. Through its Conservatory for undergraduate and graduate studies and the Preparatory, Baltimore’s largest community performing arts school, Peabody empowers musicians and dancers from diverse backgrounds to create and perform at the highest level.

    Specific Duties & Responsibilities

    + Perform tunings and general maintenance of pianos for the Peabody Institute.

    + Monitor the serviceability of all pianos at the Peabody Institute; assist in developing schedules for tuning and general maintenance as requested.

    + Responsible for aiding in servicing, regulating, repairing, rebuilding, stringing and cleaning of pianos as needed.

    + Attend concerts for pre- and intermission tunings, as requested.

    + Work with faculty on all piano-related needs as requested.

    + Tunes and maintains non-Conservatory University pianos as needed or as requested by Peabody leadership.

    + Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

    Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

    + Effective communication and interpersonal skills to support working with students, faculty, dealers, donors, and guest performers as necessary to perform the job.

    + Ability to participate in moving pianos with the assistance of equipment.

    + Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and problem solve. Interacts positively with others and functions as a member of the team.

    + Working Conditions & Physical Requirements.

    + Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

    + Moderate physical activity required.

    + Work requires upper-body strength, and can be fatiguing for back, arms, and hands.

    + Will be required to pass background check and complete university required compliance training.

    + Requires heavy lifting, pushing or pulling required of objects up to 40 pounds.

    + Requires a high degree of fine finger or hand dexterity.

    + Must be able to work in confined spaces.

    _Working Conditions_

    + Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

    + Will be required to pass background check and complete university required compliance training.

    + Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks such as, occasional use of hazardous solvents (acetone, lacquer) when necessary, which require following basic safety precautions and wearing safety equipment.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + High School Diploma or equivalent.

    + Three years of experience including concert level tuning, knowledge of grand and upright piano repair and maintenance; installation of action parts; action regulation; and voicing for professional musician standards.

    + Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Five years of experience with concert tuning strongly preferred.

    + Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred.

    + RPT certification from the PTG- Piano Technician’s Guild.

    + Knowledge of acceptable work standards in the rebuilding and maintenance of pianos and related instruments.

    + Knowledge regarding the effects of humidity and seasonal changes on pianos.

    Classified Title: Piano Technician

    Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/02/CF

     

    Starting Salary Range: $22.75 - $40.50 HRLY ($64,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

    Employee group: Full Time

    Schedule: 37.5 hours per week

     

    FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

     

    Department name: Piano Operations

    Personnel area: Peabody

    The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.

     

    Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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