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Requisition ID:  118075

Piano Technician

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 
Location: Peabody Institute 
Department name: Piano Operations  
Personnel area: Peabody 

 

 

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
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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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Accommodation Information
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Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
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