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String Instrument Repair Technician Jobs in Minnesota

Schmitt Music

Band Repair Tech 1

Moorhead, MN · On-site

$13 - $15/hr

The Tier 1 Band Instrument Repair Technician role is designed for new graduates and early career technicians who want to build a real career, not just get a first job. At Schmitt Music, you'll take ...

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Ametek

Field Service Technician

Brooklyn Park, MN

As a Field Service Technician, you'll ensure business continuity by providing expert technical ... Complete and submit accurate "Instrument Repair Log" documents, including diagnosis, repair ...

Ametek

Field Service Technician

Brooklyn Park, MN · On-site

As a Field Service Technician, you'll ensure business continuity by providing expert technical ... Complete and submit accurate "Instrument Repair Log" documents, including diagnosis, repair ...

NxT Level

Instrumentation Technician

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

As a Field Service Instrumentation Technician, you will play a pivotal role in delivering top-notch technical assistance, conducting installations, repairs, and instrument calibrations, all while ...

NxT Level

Instrumentation Technician

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

As a Field Service Instrumentation Technician, you will play a pivotal role in delivering top-notch technical assistance, conducting installations, repairs, and instrument calibrations, all while ...

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What do string instrument repair technicians make?

String instrument repair technicians typically earn between $30,000 and $60,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and employer. Skilled technicians with certifications or specialized training may earn higher salaries, especially in high-end repair shops or musical instrument stores.

How to become a string instrument repair technician?

To become a string instrument repair technician, typically one needs to gain hands-on experience through apprenticeships or vocational training programs focused on instrument repair and maintenance. Developing skills in woodworking, acoustics, and tool use, along with knowledge of different string instruments, is essential; some technicians also pursue certifications from professional organizations to enhance credibility.

What is the difference between String Instrument Repair Technician vs Violin Maker?

AspectString Instrument Repair TechnicianViolin Maker
CredentialsTechnical certifications, apprenticeship experienceLuthier certification, craftsmanship training
Work EnvironmentRepair shops, music stores, repair facilitiesWorkshop, custom shop, manufacturing setting
Industry UsageMusic stores, repair services, instrument shopsCustom instrument creation, high-end craftsmanship
Search/Comparison IntentRepair, maintenance, technical skillsCraftsmanship, building, design

The main difference is that a String Instrument Repair Technician focuses on repairing and maintaining existing instruments, while a Violin Maker specializes in crafting new, high-quality violins. Both roles require technical skills and industry knowledge, but their primary tasks and work environments differ significantly.

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Band Instrument Repair Technician - Tier 3

Schmitt Music

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$20/mo

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Schmitt Music rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Band Instrument Repair Technician – Tier 3

Reports to: Band Shop Manager

Location: Various Locations

Status: Full-time, non-exempt

Pay Range: $20,00 plus commission

Role Summary

Schmitt Music is seeking to hire several new Band Repair Technicians at each of our company-owned shops (Bloomington, MN; Fargo, ND; Sioux Falls, SD; and Omaha, NE) as part of a major expansion of the instrument repair and restoration team. These positions play a key role in delivering a seamless service experience for customers and schools by combining technical expertise with strong collaboration and communication based on Schmitt Music’s core values: Serve Your Customer, Do What’s Right, and Continuous Improvement.

Why Schmitt Music

For more than 125 years, Schmitt Music has existed for one purpose: to enrich lives by helping people make music. As the Upper Midwest’s premier supplier and service center for school music and beginning band programs, we support thousands of students, educators, and schools each year.

At the same time, Schmitt Music is also home to one of the region’s largest selections of intermediate and professional-level instruments. Our Bloomington showroom gives technicians rare, hands-on exposure to some of the finest instruments available, creating learning opportunities that simply don’t exist in most repair environments.

Our repair teams are central to this mission. Every instrument that leaves a Schmitt Music bench supports a student’s first note, a program’s success, or a professional musician’s performance. We invest in technicians the same way we invest in music education: for the long term.

Band Instrument Repair Technician – Tier 3 (Senior/Master Technician)

Master Your Craft. Lead the Standard.

Tier 3 technicians represent the highest level of craftsmanship at Schmitt Music. These experienced professionals are trusted to solve complex problems, perform advanced customer repairs, and help define quality standards across our organization and across the industry.

As a Tier 3 technician, no two days are the same. Your time is spent diagnosing complex mechanical and playability issues, performing advanced repairs, and mentoring developing technicians. You may work on student instruments in the morning and professional-level instruments in the afternoon, gaining exposure to some of the finest instruments available in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced customer-owned brass and woodwind repairs

• Diagnose complex mechanical, acoustical, and playability issues

• Set and uphold repair quality and turnaround standards

• Mentor Tier 1 and Tier 2 technicians

• Collaborate with service managers on workflow improvements

• Support students, educators, and professional musicians

What We’re Looking For

• 4+ years of professional band instrument repair experience

• Advanced proficiency in brass and/or woodwind repair

• Strong repair judgment and prioritization skills

• Leadership mindset and commitment to excellence

Why Join at This Level

• Competitive hourly base pay plus commission opportunities

• High trust, autonomy, and professional respect

• Long-term career stability in a value-driven company

Note: This job description is not intended to cover every responsibility or task associated with the position and may evolve over time.

  • Minimum4+ years of professional band instrument repair experience
  • Advancedproficiencyin brass and woodwind repair, including complex mechanical and playability issues
  • Proven ability to work independently in a retail store-based repair environment
  • Strong communicationskills and comfort working directly with retail staff, road reps, and band directors
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage workload during peak school seasons

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