Musical Instrument Repair Technician Salary in State College, PA

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How much does a Musical Instrument Repair Technician make in State College, PA? The average Musical Instrument Repair Technician salary in State College, PA is $64,525 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $52,594 and $76,643. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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What is a Musical Instrument Repair Technician?

A Musical Instrument Repair Technician is responsible for repairing and maintaining a variety of musical instruments, including guitars, pianos, brass and woodwind instruments, and percussion instruments. They diagnose issues with instruments, such as broken strings, keys, or valves, and make the necessary repairs to ensure the instrument is in proper working condition. This may involve replacing parts, adjusting components, and tuning the instrument to ensure it produces the correct sound. Additionally, they may also clean and polish instruments to improve their appearance and overall performance. A Musical Instrument Repair Technician may work in a music store, repair shop, or as a freelance technician, and must have a strong understanding of different types of instruments and their components.

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Guitar & Mandolin Setup and Repair Technician

Eastman Music Company - Upland , CA

... Repair Technician to join the team at Eastman Music Company in Pomona, CA. We are a small tight ... musical instruments. Responsibilities * Instrument Setup: Perform precise setups on fretted ...

ZipRecruiter - 29 days ago

Instrument Repair Technician

Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company - Salt Lake City , UT

We have a contract opportunity for an Instrument Repair Technician in Salt Lake City Utah. This position has the potential to be hired directly by the client. The customer is a world leading ...

ZipRecruiter - 1 day ago

Instrument Technician II

Alpha Dynamics LLC - Hayden , AZ

POSITION OVERVIEW Safely maintain, install, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation and control equipment throughout a copper ore concentrating facility. The Senior Instrument Technician is ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 4 days ago

Calibration Technician

Precision Instrument Correction Inc. - Brea , CA

Position Overview At Precision Instrument Correction the Calibration Technician will apply ... Intermediate ability to troubleshoot repair, align and optimize precision equipment * Intermediate ...

ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago

Technician, Instrument mechanical, electronic

North Hollywood Speedometer - Los Angeles , CA

Technician mechanical and electronic instrument and gauge repair and restoration compensation: $22 and up depending on experience and qualifications with an immediate increase after probationary ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 10 days ago

Instrument Technician II

City of Sacramento - Sacramento , CA

To perform technical duties in the installation, servicing, and repair of electronic and pneumatic ... DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Instrument Technician I This is the journey level. Positions in this ...

ZipRecruiter - 24 days ago

What does a Musical Instrument Repair Technician do?

Common responsibilities of a Musical Instrument Repair Technician

Adjust and regulate the mechanical and electrical components of instruments to ensure proper functioning and playability.

September 02, 2023

Inspect and assess the condition of musical instruments to identify any issues or damage.

September 12, 2023

Collaborate with musicians and music educators to understand their specific needs and preferences for instrument repair.

September 18, 2023

Stay up-to-date on new techniques and technologies in instrument repair and maintenance.

September 19, 2023

Clean and polish instruments to maintain their appearance and prevent corrosion or deterioration.

September 22, 2023

Provide customer service and support by answering questions and providing guidance on instrument care and maintenance.

September 26, 2023

Provide estimates and recommendations for repairs and maintenance to customers.

October 04, 2023

Test and tune instruments to ensure they produce the correct pitch and tone.

October 19, 2023

Keep detailed records of repairs and maintenance performed on each instrument.

October 31, 2023

Repair and replace damaged or worn parts of musical instruments, such as strings, pads, keys, and valves.

November 03, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Musical Instrument Repair Technician in State College, PA

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52594

76643

64525

Average Total Cash Compensation

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53465

77849

65648

What is the average salary for Musical Instrument Repair Technician in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Musical Instrument Repair Technician in State College, PA. The base salary for Musical Instrument Repair Technician ranges from $52,594 to $76,643 with the average base salary of $64,525. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,465 to $77,849 with the average total cash compensation of $65,648.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$64,525	$52,594 - $76,643
Bonus	$1,123	$871 - $1,206
Total Pay	$65,648	$53,465 - $77,849

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Musical Instrument Repair Technician Salary Near State College, PA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO State College, PA
CITY, STATE Altoona, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,689 - $78,238	COMPARE TO State College, PA
CITY, STATE Williamsport, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,895 - $79,996	COMPARE TO State College, PA
CITY, STATE Harrisburg, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,032 - $81,653	COMPARE TO State College, PA
CITY, STATE Johnstown, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,205 - $77,533	COMPARE TO State College, PA
CITY, STATE Lebanon, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,217 - $81,924	COMPARE TO State College, PA
CITY, STATE York, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,471 - $82,293	COMPARE TO State College, PA

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About State College, Pennsylvania

State College is a home rule municipality in Centre County in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is the largest designated borough in Pennsylvania. It is the principal borough of the six municipalities that make up the State College area, the largest settlement in Centre County and one of the principal cities of the greater State College-DuBois Combined Statistical Area with a combined population of 236,577 as of the 2010 United States Census. In the 2010 census, the borough population was 42,034 with approximately 105,000 living in the borough plus the surrounding townships often referred ...

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