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City of Toronto

PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER LTC

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$31.21 - CA$34.06/hr

Assists residents/participants with crafts and use of musical instruments, recreational and sports equipment. Reports resident/client participation and progress to R.N. or Day Centre Supervisor.

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How much do musical instruments jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for musical instruments in Toronto, ON is $22.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $28.22 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.

Musical Instruments jobs near you
Infographic showing various Musical Instruments job openings in Toronto, ON as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $46,888 per year, or $22.5 per hour.

SR - Instrument Repair Technician / Technicien(ne) en reparation d'instruments

Toronto, ON

TFS-Canada's International School / TFS-l'Ecole internationale du Canada
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CA$30/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description


Position: Casual - Vacant

Number of Positions: 1

Hours of Work: One full day twice a month (bi-monthly). 

Location: Toronto Campus -  318 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, M4N 1T7

Branch: Senior School 

Start Date: September 2026

Hourly Rate: $30.00


About the Position

Reporting to the Senior School Music Teacher and Curriculum Leader, you will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing a variety of musical instruments used by students and staff. This includes band, string, and percussion instruments, ensuring they remain in safe and optimal working condition for educational and performance purposes.

The Instrument Repair Technician will diagnose mechanical issues, perform routine maintenance and repairs, and recommend cost-effective solutions to extend the lifespan of instruments. This position may be particularly suitable for a freelance instrument repair technician or an advanced student currently completing studies in instrument repair and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspect, assess, and repair band, string, and percussion instruments. 

  • Remove dents and perform minor structural repairs on brass and woodwind instruments. 

  • Carry out soldering and brazing repairs as required. 

  • Repair and adjust valves, keys, pads, springs, and other instrument mechanisms. 

  • Perform preventative maintenance to ensure instruments remain in good working order. 

  • Assist with basic repairs and maintenance of string instruments, including bridges, pegs, and fittings. 

  • Support repairs and maintenance of percussion instruments and related equipment. 

  • Maintain accurate records of repairs completed and recommend replacement parts or equipment when necessary. 

  • Ensure repairs are completed efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively. 

  • Assess instrument damage and determine whether repairs are required due to normal wear and tear or negligent use, documenting findings and providing recommendations to support cost control and accountability.


Who We Are Looking For

We recruit candidates who embrace our TFS values of integrity, discernment, respect, and engagement. The ideal candidate profile is as follows:

  • Knowledge of the technical construction and repair of band, string, and percussion instruments. 

  • Experience performing instrument repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 

  • Proficiency in dent removal, soldering, valve repairs, key adjustments, and related repair techniques. 

  • Ability to learn and apply repair methods for a wide range of musical instruments. 

  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. 

  • Ability to work independently and manage assigned repair projects. 

  • Previous experience as an instrument repair technician is an asset. 

  • Enrollment in or completion of a recognized instrument repair program is considered an asset. 


TFS welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

If you require accommodation, please notify us in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs. TFS is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process.

TFS does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in its recruitment or selection processes. We kindly ask candidates who choose to use AI tools when preparing their application materials to disclose this during the recruitment process.


Interested and qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume as soon as possible through the candidate portal. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


Position: Occasionnelle - Vacante

Nombre de postes : 1

Heures de travail : Une journee complete, deux fois par mois.

Lieu de travail : Campus de Toronto - 318, avenue Lawrence Est, Toronto (Ontario) M4N 1T7

Branche : Ecole secondaire

Date de debut: Septembre 2026

Taux horaire : 30,00 $


La position

Reportant a l'enseignant(e) de musique et du responsable du programme de l'ecole secondaire, la personne titulaire du poste sera responsable d'inspecter, d'entretenir et de reparer une variete d'instruments de musique utilises par les eleves et les membres du personnel. Cela comprend les instruments a vent, les instruments a cordes et les percussions, afin de s'assurer qu'ils demeurent securitaires et en parfait etat de fonctionnement pour les activites pedagogiques et les prestations musicales.

Le ou la technicien(ne) en reparation d'instruments diagnostiquera les problemes mecaniques, effectuera l'entretien courant et les reparations necessaires, et recommandera des solutions rentables permettant de prolonger la duree de vie des instruments. Ce poste pourrait particulierement convenir a un(e) technicien(ne) independant(e) en reparation d'instruments ou a un(e) etudiant(e) avance(e) actuellement inscrit(e) dans un programme de reparation et d'entretien d'instruments.

Principales responsabilites

  • Inspecter, evaluer et reparer les instruments a vent, a cordes et de percussion.

  • Debosseler et effectuer des reparations structurelles mineures sur les cuivres et les bois.

  • Effectuer des travaux de soudure et de brasage, au besoin.

  • Reparer et ajuster les pistons, cles, tampons, ressorts et autres mecanismes des instruments.

  • Effectuer l'entretien preventif afin de maintenir les instruments en bon etat de fonctionnement.

  • Effectuer des reparations et des travaux d'entretien de base sur les instruments a cordes, notamment les chevalets, chevilles et accessoires.

  • Participer a la reparation et a l'entretien des instruments de percussion et de l'equipement connexe.

  • Tenir des registres precis des reparations effectuees et recommander le remplacement de pieces ou d'equipements lorsque necessaire.

  • Veiller a ce que les reparations soient effectuees de maniere efficace, securitaire et economique.

  • Evaluer les dommages aux instruments et determiner si les reparations sont attribuables a l'usure normale ou a une utilisation negligente, documenter les constatations et formuler des recommandations afin de favoriser le controle des couts et la responsabilisation.

La personne que nous recherchons

Nous recherchons des personnes candidates qui adherent aux valeurs de TFS : integrite, discernement, respect et engagement. Le profil recherche est le suivant :

  • Connaissance de la fabrication, de la construction technique et de la reparation des instruments a vent, a cordes et de percussion.

  • Experience en reparation, entretien et diagnostic de problemes lies aux instruments de musique.

  • Maitrise des techniques de debosselage, de soudure, de reparation des pistons, d'ajustement des cles et des techniques de reparation connexes.

  • Capacite a apprendre et a appliquer des methodes de reparation adaptees a une vaste gamme d'instruments de musique.

  • Excellentes aptitudes en souci du detail et en resolution de problemes.

  • Capacite a travailler de facon autonome et a gerer les projets de reparation qui lui sont confies.

  • Une experience anterieure comme technicien(ne) en reparation d'instruments constitue un atout.

  • Une inscription ou un diplome d'un programme reconnu en reparation d'instruments constitue un atout.

TFS accueille les candidatures de personnes autochtones, de personnes en situation de handicap, de personnes appartenant a des minorites visibles, de personnes de toutes orientations sexuelles et identites de genre, ainsi que de toute autre personne possedant les competences et les connaissances necessaires pour contribuer de maniere constructive aupres de communautes diversifiees.

Si vous avez besoin de mesures d'adaptation, veuillez nous en informer a l'avance. Nous collaborerons avec vous afin de repondre a vos besoins. TFS s'engage a offrir des mesures d'adaptation tout au long du processus de recrutement et de selection.

TFS n'utilise pas l'intelligence artificielle (IA) dans ses processus de recrutement ou de selection. Nous demandons aux personnes candidates qui choisissent d'utiliser des outils d'IA pour preparer leurs documents de candidature de nous en informer au cours du processus de recrutement.

Les personnes candidates interessees et qualifiees sont invitees a soumettre une lettre de motivation et un curriculum vitae des que possible par l'intermediaire du portail de candidature.Nous remercions toutes les personnes candidates de leur interet. Toutefois, seules les personnes retenues pour une entrevue seront contactees.


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