Piano Technician

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[size=medium][font=Merriweather, serif]The Piano Technician will offer expertise and knowledge to assess a piano’s condition and employ proper techniques to achieve the most accurate pitch, tone and operation. 

This position will join a team of professional piano technicians and report to the Assistant Professor of Music and Academic Programs, Director of Piano Technology. 

2 – 5 years of concert tuning experience highly desirable

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[size=medium][font=Merriweather, serif][size=medium][font=Merriweather, serif]Responsibilities*

Tuning, repair, and restoration of pianos including keyboards and actions
Perform tuning, repair and restoration in many locations throughout the University including practice rooms, classrooms, teaching studios and performance venues
Must provide stable tunings in these high-demand, high-use environments
Technical duties are commensurate with skill

Required Qualifications*

High School Diploma with technical training from a recognized school of piano technology or college graduate with courses in piano technology
2 – 5 years of concert tuning experience highly desirable
Must be an aural tuner; able to apply advanced temperament checks and techniques
Ability to work nights and weekends
Experience working with diverse communities and cultures
Must be able to work independently in a high demand, high use environment

Desired Qualifications*

Experience working in an institutional setting, such as a school, conservatory or piano house
General music background desirable
Bachelor of Music highly desirable
Experience with and knowledge of the methodologies and design of Steinway pianos is highly sought
Decision Making Process

This job may be taken off the UM job boards any time after the required seven (7) day period. 

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.[/font][/size][/font][/size]

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1111 E Catherine St
Ann Arbor 48109-2054
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