What are the responsibilities and job description for the Guitar & Mandolin Setup and Repair Technician position at Eastman Music Company?
Job Description
Please note; that this role is based in Pomona!
Eastman is looking for an experienced, energetic, and hard-working Guitar and Mandolin Setup and Repair Technician to join the team at Eastman Music Company in Pomona, CA.
We are a small tight-knit group of craftspeople dedicated to making some of the finest handmade guitars and mandolins in the world. This is more than just our job; it is our passion.
The position includes a wide range of activities, such as string setup on fretted instruments, polishing, repairs (such as gluing seams, cracks, fittings, and small varnish repair) and more. The right candidate has a good attitude, willingness to learn, and a passion for high quality musical instruments.
Responsibilities
Established in 1992, Eastman began with a passion for making high-quality, hand-made
orchestral string instruments. Now encompassing the world class brands of Eastman Strings,
Eastman Winds, Wm. S. Haynes, S.E. Shires, Backun Musical Services, Laskey Mouthpieces, Eastman Europe, Eastman Australia, Flutes & Flutists and Willson Band. Eastman Music Company produces some of the finest wind and brass and string instruments for
musicians at all levels. Eastman Music Company is one of fastest growing and most exciting
companies to work for in the music industry today.
Established in 1992, Eastman began with a passion for making high-quality, hand-made orchestral string instruments. Now encompassing the world class brands of Eastman Strings, Eastman Winds, Wm. S. Haynes, S.E. Shires, Backun Musical Services, Laskey Mouthpieces, Eastman Europe, Eastman Australia, Flutes & Flutists and Willson Band. Eastman Music Company produces some of the finest wind and brass and string instruments for musicians at all levels. Eastman Music Company is one of fastest growing and most exciting companies to work for in the music industry today.
Please note; that this role is based in Pomona!
Eastman is looking for an experienced, energetic, and hard-working Guitar and Mandolin Setup and Repair Technician to join the team at Eastman Music Company in Pomona, CA.
We are a small tight-knit group of craftspeople dedicated to making some of the finest handmade guitars and mandolins in the world. This is more than just our job; it is our passion.
The position includes a wide range of activities, such as string setup on fretted instruments, polishing, repairs (such as gluing seams, cracks, fittings, and small varnish repair) and more. The right candidate has a good attitude, willingness to learn, and a passion for high quality musical instruments.
Responsibilities
- Instrument Setup: Perform precise setups on fretted instruments, ensuring optimal playability and tone for each instrument.
- Instrument Repair: Diagnose and repair various guitar issues, including fretwork, neck resets, bridge repairs, and other necessary fixes.
- Quality Control: Conduct rigorous quality control checks to maintain the highest standards of craftsmanship.
- Collaboration: Work closely with our team of luthiers to troubleshoot and solve complex guitar-related issues.
- Research and Development: Contribute to the continuous improvement of our guitar models by providing feedback and insights gained from your repair and setup experience.
- Experience: Proven experience in acoustic guitar setup and repair, with music industry experience.
- Preference will be given to those with high-quality experience.
- Technical Expertise: Proficient in all aspects of fretted instrument setup.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to delivering the highest quality workmanship.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to address unique repair challenges.
- Communication: Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team.
- Passion: A genuine passion for fretted instruments and an appreciation for their unique characteristics and tonal qualities.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid parental leave.
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative and creative environment.
- Access to a wide range of high-quality materials and tools.
- The chance to contribute to the development of world-class instruments.
Established in 1992, Eastman began with a passion for making high-quality, hand-made
orchestral string instruments. Now encompassing the world class brands of Eastman Strings,
Eastman Winds, Wm. S. Haynes, S.E. Shires, Backun Musical Services, Laskey Mouthpieces, Eastman Europe, Eastman Australia, Flutes & Flutists and Willson Band. Eastman Music Company produces some of the finest wind and brass and string instruments for
musicians at all levels. Eastman Music Company is one of fastest growing and most exciting
companies to work for in the music industry today.
Established in 1992, Eastman began with a passion for making high-quality, hand-made orchestral string instruments. Now encompassing the world class brands of Eastman Strings, Eastman Winds, Wm. S. Haynes, S.E. Shires, Backun Musical Services, Laskey Mouthpieces, Eastman Europe, Eastman Australia, Flutes & Flutists and Willson Band. Eastman Music Company produces some of the finest wind and brass and string instruments for musicians at all levels. Eastman Music Company is one of fastest growing and most exciting companies to work for in the music industry today.
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