... repair school Entry level, zero years of relevant experience Intermediate knowledge of guitar and bass set up and repair
... repair school Entry level, zero years of relevant experience Intermediate knowledge of guitar and bass set up and repair
Technician, Repairs
Kansas City, MO · On-site
Apprenticeship or a diploma for an accredited repair school * Entry level, zero years of relevant experience * Intermediate knowledge of guitar and bass set up and repair
Technician, Repairs
Kansas City, MO · On-site
Apprenticeship or a diploma for an accredited repair school * Entry level, zero years of relevant experience * Intermediate knowledge of guitar and bass set up and repair
Entry Level Guitar Repair information
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$11.78 - $12.83
4% of jobs
$12.83 - $13.88
8% of jobs
$13.88 - $14.93
4% of jobs
$14.93 - $15.97
4% of jobs
$16.96 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$15.97 - $17.02
4% of jobs
$17.02 - $18.07
20% of jobs
The median wage is $18.35 / hr.
$18.07 - $19.12
18% of jobs
$19.12 - $20.17
9% of jobs
$20.51 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$20.17 - $21.22
7% of jobs
$21.22 - $22.27
16% of jobs
$22.27 - $23.32
4% of jobs
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$18
$23
How much do entry level guitar repair jobs pay per hour?
As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level guitar repair in the United States is $18.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Guitar Center rating
5.8
Based on 176 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
427th of 724 rated retailers
Job description
Conducts performance tests on new and returned instruments to evaluate their sound quality and identify defects upon arrival and prior to shipping.
Repair and recondition new or used instruments as required. Polish instruments using rags, compounds, buffing wheels, and burnishing tools to return instruments to sellable stock.
Record and enter serial numbers and other instrument data into inventory software for site exposure.
Performs customer returns and disposition of returned goods and grade them appropriately for the Open Box Program.
Work with vendors to obtain additional and replacement parts for instruments.
Other duties as assigned, such as maintaining current product knowledge on new developments in the industry.
Repair and recondition new or used instruments as required. Polish instruments using rags, compounds, buffing wheels, and burnishing tools to return instruments to sellable stock.
Record and enter serial numbers and other instrument data into inventory software for site exposure.
Performs customer returns and disposition of returned goods and grade them appropriately for the Open Box Program.
Work with vendors to obtain additional and replacement parts for instruments.
Other duties as assigned, such as maintaining current product knowledge on new developments in the industry.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS & SPECIAL ATTRIBUTES
Associate's Degree preferred, or 2 years equivalent experience
Apprenticeship or a diploma for an accredited repair school
Entry level, zero years of relevant experience
Intermediate knowledge of guitar and bass set up and repair
Associate's Degree preferred, or 2 years equivalent experience
Apprenticeship or a diploma for an accredited repair school
Entry level, zero years of relevant experience
Intermediate knowledge of guitar and bass set up and repair
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The Guitar Center Company embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our teammates to find their own individual sound. Our mission is to develop and nurture lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the joy that comes from creating music. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion. The Guitar Center Company operates through several business divisions. Guitar Center is the world's largest retailer of guitars, amplifiers, drums, keyboards, recording, live sound, DJ, and lighting equipment, with more than 290 stores across the United States. 2014 marked the milestone 50th anniversary of the Guitar Center Company as the organization continues to help people make music from coast to coast.
Industry
Retail
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Westlake Village, CA, US
Year founded
1964