Piano Technician

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB TITLE : Piano Technician

REPORTS TO: Coordinator, Music and Dance

GRADE : 08 (Full time; 12 months)

Starting Salary : $20.79 to $29.10 per hour, per the ESPBC - Education Support Professionals of Baltimore County pay scale, effective July 1, 2017

DEFINITION : Performs highly skilled work in the maintenance and repair of acoustic pianos, digital pianos, and keyboards. The work involves the routine repair and preventative maintenance of pianos, testing, repair, and/or replacement of defective electronic parts/components; and for demonstrating to school staff the proper operation, handling, and care of pianos and other musical equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES :

• Schedules system-wide maintenance program for all pianos to ensure that each piano is tuned/serviced at least once a year.
• Performs routine servicing, repairs and/or preventative maintenance on both acoustic and digital pianos at school locations.
• Maintains an accurate electronic tuning and repair record of all equipment.
• Orders, stocks, and maintains an inventory of parts and supplies for pianos and keyboards.
• Facilitates transfer of pianos and other music equipment as necessary.
• Evaluates instrument needs and makes recommendations for new purchases.
• Develops bid specifications for acoustic and digital pianos and related equipment. Secures quotes for equipment and makes recommendations to the Coordinator, Music and Dance Education.
• Develops and maintains effective relationship with employees and vendors.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education, Training, and Experience :

• High school diploma or appropriate equivalent. T
• Two (2) years of recent work experience in the repair, servicing, tuning, and preventative maintenance of acoustic pianos.

Licenses and Certificates:

• Possession of a valid Class C Maryland driver's license, or appropriate equivalent required.
• Registered Piano Technician (RPT) designation preferred.

Required license and certification must be maintained throughout employment in this position.

Note: Other combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques utilized in piano tuning and maintenance.

• Knowledge of proper use and care of piano tuning and repair tools.
• Demonstrated ability to assess the condition of pianos and use appropriate tools to tune, repair, and rebuild pianos.
• Ability to determine tonal quality and accurate pitch in order to analyze faults and take corrective action.
• Ability to plan, organize, and administer system-wide maintenance of pianos and keyboards.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with the supervisor, teachers, students, and other staff.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated disposition to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or Power Point).

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :
Work is performed in a shop environment, sitting, standing, bending or stooping, and lifting weights up to 100 pounds. Work involves occasional exposure to dangerous machinery. Must maintain reliable transportation and/or ability to travel to schools.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Full-time; 12 months
May be required to work evenings and/or weekends for special events.

FLSA STATUS : Non-Exempt

Eligible for membership in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9610 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 219, Baltimore, Maryland 21220 (443-809-4360).

Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with the Baltimore County Public Schools.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former managers, supervisors, mentors and/or university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (State of Maryland, Senate Bill 315, effective October 1, 1986) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $81.00. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to hire.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Contact Information:
Roger Plunkett, Ph.D.
Human Resources Officer
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443.809.7870
Fax: 410.887.7876
Email: rplunkett@bcps.org