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How much do musical instruments jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for musical instruments in Pittsburgh, PA is $20.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.60 and $28.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are musical instruments?

Musical instruments are devices created or adapted to produce musical sounds. They can be categorized into various families such as strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and keyboards, each producing sound in distinct ways. People use musical instruments for performing, composing, and learning music, ranging from orchestras to solo acts and various music genres. Learning to play a musical instrument can enhance creativity, discipline, and cognitive skills. Instruments can be acoustic or electronic, and they come in many forms and sizes for different musical needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a musical instrument repair technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Musical Instrument Repair Technician, you need a strong understanding of instrument mechanics, acoustics, and hands-on repair skills, usually gained through vocational training or apprenticeships. Familiarity with specialized tools, tuning devices, and sometimes certification from organizations like NAPBIRT is important for quality repairs. Attention to detail, patience, and effective communication with customers are valuable soft skills. These abilities ensure accurate repairs, customer satisfaction, and the preservation of instrument quality and sound.

What are some common challenges faced by musical instrument repair technicians, and how can they overcome them?

Musical instrument repair technicians often encounter challenges such as diagnosing complex issues with various instrument types, sourcing rare replacement parts, and managing time efficiently during busy seasons. To overcome these challenges, technicians benefit from ongoing training to stay updated on new instrument models and repair techniques, building strong supplier networks to access parts, and developing effective scheduling systems. Collaboration with colleagues and open communication with clients also help ensure high-quality repairs and customer satisfaction.

What is the difference between Musical Instruments vs Music Store Associate?

AspectMusical InstrumentsMusic Store Associate
Required CredentialsKnowledge of instrument types, maintenance, and repair skillsCustomer service skills, basic knowledge of instruments, sales training
Work EnvironmentWorkshops, manufacturing facilities, repair shopsRetail stores, sales floors, customer interaction areas
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturers, repair shops, wholesalersMusic stores, retail sales, customer support

Musical Instruments involve designing, manufacturing, or repairing instruments, focusing on technical skills. In contrast, a Music Store Associate primarily interacts with customers, selling instruments and accessories. While both roles require knowledge of musical instruments, their work environments and responsibilities differ significantly.

Infographic showing various Musical Instruments job openings in Pittsburgh, PA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,546 per year, or $20.9 per hour.

Repair Tech Area Specialist - D26

Pittsburgh, PA

Guitar Center
Retail • 10K+ employees

$18.50 - $22.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Guitar Center rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 180 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Guitar Center embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging staff 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 creating inclusive environments that put our customers first all the while fulfilling our mission.

As our Repair Tech Area Specialist, you willprovide maintenance and repair service on customer owned instruments, as well as assist in maintaining store owned equipment. In addition, the Area Specialist will provide guidance and assistance to other Repair Techs within a specific geographical area.

A few special characteristics that make our Repair Tech Area Specialist successful:

  • Coaching: Able to provide effective coaching and guidance to others. Able to lead by example and serve as a positive role model for productivity and behaviors.
  • Customer Focus: Understands customer service principles, and able to provide an excellent customer experience. Able to connect with customers in a meaningful way. Is approachable, genuine, knowledgeable, encouraging, passionate, and committed to helping customers. Able to step in to handle customer service issues.
  • Interpersonal Communication: Able to communicate through various means (written and verbal) with diverse, individuals, including internal and external stakeholders at all levels in a clear, concise, positive, and courteous manner. Able to demonstrate respect to others, surroundings, and self.
  • Selling: Able to work through GC certification program to gain a base understanding of products and sales techniques.
  • Technology Skills: Able to navigate and learn new technology and retail systems, equipment, and computer programs needed to fulfill communication, customer service, and business needs & expectations.
  • Training: Able to effectively train learners and communicate info and techniques so that they are retained.

As our Repair Tech Area Specialist, you will:

  • Interact with customers, offering consultative services that lead to the sale of repair services and merchandise and a positive customer experience
  • Service customer-owned instruments with a high level of craftsmanship
  • Travel to stores within a specific geographical region to provide certification and skills training. Including New Hire training, Grand Opening training, etc.
  • Evaluate store performance and give recommendations on areas for improvement within the store and reporting issues to Repair Support team at GC Headquarters
  • Field support calls/emails form Support Techs in assigned areas
  • Maintain store owned gear as requested
  • Complete warranty repair work as requested
  • Additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • 2+ years of repair tech experience
  • 1+ year of professional customer service experience
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Valid state driver's license and automotive insurance
  • Intermediate proficiency in the MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Preferences:

  • Skilled understanding of Guitar Center retail systems and processes

Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid jobrelated requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1818-735-8800 ext. 2862 or by sending an email torecruiting@guitarcenter.com.


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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