WS - Instrumental Music Equipment Technician - FWS

Instrumental Music Equipment Technician.

Division: Humanities                                   Department: Music

Experience: Entry-Level                                           

Supervisor of Student Employee(s): Dr. Kelly Taylor

FWS, IWS, or Grant Funded: ☒ FWS, ☐ IWS, ☐ Grant Funded

Avg. Hours/Week: ☐ 1-5, ☐ 6-10, ☒ 11-15, ☐ 16-20

Requested Start Date: --/--/--                                Term of Position: ☒ Summer, ☒ Fall, ☒ Spring

Responsibilities and Career Competencies:

1. Manage inventory checkouts: Log instruments and equipment in and out for students and faculty. — T, P, C


2. Organize storage rooms: Keep instrument lockers and equipment storage areas clean, organized, and accessible. — P, CT, TW


3. Manage repair supplies: Maintain inventory of replacement parts and report shortages to the appropriate supervisor. — T, CT, P, C


4. Inspect returned gear: Check instruments and equipment for damage, missing parts, or maintenance needs after use. — CT, P, CSD


5. Set up rehearsals: Arrange chairs, music stands, percussion equipment, and other materials needed for ensemble rehearsals. — TW, P, CT


6. Perform basic maintenance: Clean instruments and complete minor repairs or replace basic parts as needed. — CT, CSD, P, T


7. Maintain music stands: Inspect, maintain, and complete minor repairs to music stands. — CT, P, CSD


8. Assist guest artists: Help visiting musicians transport, organize, and set up personal or departmental equipment. — C, TW, P


9. Enforce security protocols: Ensure storage rooms, equipment areas, and instrument lockers are properly secured after use. — P, L, CT


10. Report repair needs: Document damaged or malfunctioning equipment and submit repair or maintenance requests to the Director of Bands. — C, T, CT, P

Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)

Qualifications: Enrolled in music course/preferred Major. Mechanical aptitude. Ability use basic tools.  Detail orentated

In the following sections check all boxes that apply to your job.

Computer Skills: ☐ Word, ☒ Excel, ☐ PowerPoint, ☐ Canva, ☐ Social Media & New Technology,                    ☐ Other: _________________________

Other Skills: ☒ Attention to detail, ☒ Strong active listening abilities, ☐ Public speaking,                ☐ Written & verbal communication, ☒ Customer focused, ☒ Willingness to learn new things

Work Schedule: ☐ Su ___ to ___; ☐ M ___ to ___; ☐ T ___ to ___; ☐ W ___ to ___; ☐ R ___ to ___;               ☐ F ___ to ___; ☐ Sa ___ to ___; ☒ Hours vary depending on workload (Check days that apply, insert hours if set, otherwise, check “Hours vary depending on workload”.)

Work Conditions: ☐ Heat, ☐ Cold, ☐ Odors/Smoke, ☐ Toxic Agents, ☐ Dust, ☐ Machinery,          ☐ Light Intensity, ☐ Noise, ☐ Vibrations, ☐ Wetness, ☐ Humidity, ☐ Electrical Currents,                ☐ Other: _________________________

Physical Demands: ☐ Keyboarding, ☐ Reaching/Handling, ☐ Stooping/Kneeling,                             ☐ Crouching/Crawling, ☐ Pushing up to ___ lbs., ☐ Pulling up to ___ lbs., ☐ Lifting up to ___ lbs.,     ☐ Carrying up to ___ lbs., ☐ Climbing, ☐ Balancing, ☐ Other: _________________________

Number of Positions: 1

Pay Rate: 8.75 / Hours

Location: Building: Record, Room #:300

Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.