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Berklee College of Music

Piano Technician I

Boston, MA · On-site

$23 - $33/hr

Execute tuning, voicing, regulation, action refurbishing, and preventative maintenance for acoustic ... Maintain accurate daily work logs and coordinate schedules-including occasional nights or weekends ...

Northwestern University

Piano Technician

Evanston, IL · On-site

$16/hr

Availability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings, weekends and holidays in ... Serves as the second piano technician responsible for performing the highest level of tuning ...

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Boston Conservatory

Piano Technician I

Boston, MA

$23 - $33/hr

Execute tuning, voicing, regulation, action refurbishing, and preventative maintenance for acoustic ... Maintain accurate daily work logs and coordinate schedules-including occasional nights or weekends ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend piano tuning in the United States is $48,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Piano Tuning vs Weekend Piano Repair?

AspectWeekend Piano TuningWeekend Piano Repair
CertificationsTypically requires piano tuning certifications or trainingRequires additional repair and technical certifications
Work EnvironmentPrimarily client homes, music venues, and studiosSame as tuning, often in client homes or repair shops
Job FocusAdjusting string tension for optimal soundDiagnosing and fixing mechanical or structural issues

Weekend Piano Tuning focuses on adjusting piano strings for proper pitch, while Weekend Piano Repair involves fixing mechanical problems or damages. Both roles often work in similar environments and require related certifications, but their core tasks differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Piano Tuning job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,000 per year, or $23.1 per hour.

Part-Time Piano Technician

The Juilliard School

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$32 - $36/hr

Part-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Description:
A part-time (20 hrs/week), fixed schedule piano technician is expected to tune and service pianos in practice rooms, studios, classrooms, rehearsal rooms, and venues. Work hours are6:00 am to 10:00 am, 5 days a week. Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends as assigned by supervisor. Reports to Chief Piano Technician.
The salary range for this role is $32.00-36.00 per hour.
About the Department:
Piano Maintenance is in charge of tuning, regulating, repairing, moving, and rebuilding 270+ acoustic pianos in Diamond and Rose buildings on Juilliard's Lincoln Center campus in New York City. We serve vibrant communities in Music, Dance, and Drama departments, and prep pianos for over 1,000 performances in our college and pre-college divisions. Served by six full-time piano technicians, Piano Maintenance keeps Juilliard pianos at highest levels of performance year around.
Working at Juilliard
Founded in 1905, The Juilliard School is a world leader in performing arts education. The school's mission is to provide the highest caliber of artistic education for gifted musicians, dancers, and actors from around the world so that they may achieve their fullest potential as artists, leaders, and global citizens.
Excellence and professionalism are important guides in how we go about our work, but we also connect to the mission as individuals in the workplace. We thrive because of our variety of backgrounds and our ability to be open and honest, and we also thrive because we enjoy each other's company. We believe that each employee has the responsibility to help shape the Juilliard organizational culture, and we provide opportunities to participate in team-building throughout the year. Our organizational values focus on community and culture.
We encourage you to read more about how we achieve our mission on our website, juilliard.edu.
Role Responsibilities:
  • Tune pianos
  • Regulate actions and damper systems
  • Clean, lubricate, and maintain pianos and piano benches
  • Repair actions, keys, dampers, and pedals
  • Repair piano hardware and case damage
  • Participate in piano moving, 3-6 hours per month
  • Keep track of all performed work

Minimum Requirements:
  • High school or equivalent
  • 3 years of experience as piano technician
  • Strong piano tuning and action regulation skills
  • Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
  • Commitment to collaborating as a supportive team player
  • Demonstrated initiative, with the ability to set goals and achieve results
  • Commitment to continuous learning and the ongoing development of technical skills
  • Openness to new ideas, methods, and approaches
  • Willing to work flexible hours and weekends if needed

Preferred Background:
  • Previous experience working in a university or conservatory setting
  • Piano Technicians Guild RPT status preferred
  • Training at a piano manufacturer or rebuilding shop
  • Attendance at PTG meetings, classes, and conferences
  • Graduate of recognized training program
  • College degree

Nondiscrimination Policy:
The Juilliard School is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its relations with its faculty, staff, students, and other members of the Juilliard community, and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, alienage, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, partnership status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy covers, but is not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, benefits, rates of pay and other forms of compensation as well as student admission, access, and treatment in school programs and activities.

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