Greensboro, NC, USA
10 days ago
Specialty Trades Technician
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Requisition Number S2922 Position Number 002785 Position Classification Title Specialty Trades Technician Functional Title Specialty Trades Technician Position Type Staff University Information Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B. Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit The UNCG School of Music seeks Piano Technician for full-time employment with benefits. The UNCG School of Music, a fully accredited member of NASM since 1938, is a unit of the College of Visual and Performing Arts, and is the only institution in North Carolina offering comprehensive degrees in music performance and music education from the baccalaureate through the doctorate with over 70 faculty members teaching a music student body of c. 600 majors. For years, the School’s alumni have distinguished themselves in important professional positions throughout the world while its student ensembles continue to perform frequently in prestigious state, regional, and international settings. Since 1999, the School of Music has occupied a building that affords students and faculty up-to-date technology and an outstanding environment for all aspects of music study and performance. Greensboro, equidistant between Atlanta and Washington, DC, between the mountains and the seashore, has been designated an All-American City. Greensboro is extremely arts-oriented and, along with its sister cities in the “Triad” (Winston-Salem and High Point), provides a vital cultural stimulus to the entire Piedmont region and state of North Carolina. Position Summary The primary purpose of this position is to provide piano maintenance and repair for our pianos as well as preparation of concert grands prior to rehearsals and performances.

Responsibilities include: Piano Maintenance and Repair in faculty studios, classrooms, ensemble rooms and practice rooms. Concert preparation of all concert grands before rehearsals and performances as needed. Management of the piano inventory. Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per ADA. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to
all positions.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates Preferred Qualifications Experience in tuning and maintaining concert instruments and establishing collaborative relationships with professional colleagues. Five years of experience preferred. Alternate Option If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes: Name, Company Name, Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor. Email Address Contact Phone Number Recruitment Range $51,269 – $56,965 Org #-Department School of Music - 12611 Work Hours of Position Standard hours are 8 am - 5 pm, M-F, occasional special tuning on weekends Number of Months per Year 12 Posting Requirements Job Family Operations and Skilled Trades Career Banded Title Specialty Trades Technician Open Date 01/02/2025 Close Date 01/23/2025 FTE 1.000 FLSA Non-Exempt If other, please indicate If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. Salary Grade Equivalency Key Responsibilities ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Key Responsibility Piano Maintenance in faculty studios, classrooms, ensemble rooms and practice rooms Essential Tasks Accurate and timely work performed on each piano. Communicating with the main office to determine faculty schedules and any special needs that arise. Maintaining contact with local approved piano tuning companies for special services that are needed. Key Responsibility Concert preparation of all concert grands before rehearsals and performances as needed. Essential Tasks Accurate and timely work performed on each piano. Communicating with the main office or reviewing the SOM calendar to ensure that all concert grands are tuned and ready for performances/rehearsals. Maintaining contact with local approved piano companies for special services that are needed. Key Responsibility Maintaining and Managing Piano Inventory Essential Tasks Communicating with the main office when special repairs are necessary or piano moves need to be scheduled. Maintaining contact with local approved piano tuning companies for special services that are needed. Key Responsibility Piano Tuning in faculty studios, classrooms, ensemble rooms and practice rooms Essential Tasks Tuning 4 times per year in each studio and practice room or as requested by faculty and students. Competency ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Competency Knowledge - Technical Competency Description Knowledge and skill perform non-standard maintenance and/or repair tasks using machines, instruments, tools, and equipment for standard and/or specialized equipment.  Ability to read and interpret complex design specifications.  Ability to plan procedures to be followed in constructing and assembling process.  May require the ability to lead or mentor lower level technicians. Competency Level Journey Competency Problem Solving Competency Description Ability to ensure work meets service standards according to manuals.  Ability to check and re-check completion of work.  Ability to make adjustments to assure required tolerance level is met.  Ability to repair standard machines, instruments, tools, and equipment by fabricating or replacing parts.  Ability to calibrate to required standards. Competency Level Journey Competency Safety and Health Management Competency Description Ability to perform tasks and duties safely to avoid danger to self and others.  Ability to follow applicable regulations and codes.  Ability to identify and inform supervisor of potential safety problems.  Ability to warn others of potential hazards.  Ability to use appropriate protective equipment following established protocols.  Ability to incorporate accident prevention and corrective measures in work related activities.  Ability to follow appropriate post-emergency procedures. Competency Level Contributing Competency Client Customer Service Competency Description Ability to anticipate, identify, and understand customer’s service needs.  Ability to check with customers to ensure repair or solution meets requirements. Competency Level Journey ADA Checklist ADA Checklist

"R" for Rare (0-30%), "O" for Occasional (30-60%), "F" for Frequent (60-90%), "C" for Constant (90-100%)

Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Hand Movement-Grasping - F, Holding - F, Finger Dexterity - F, Vision-Skilled Trades - F, Eye-hand coordination - F, Hearing - C, Talking - F, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - F, Reaching - F Work Environment Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter List of References Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions

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* Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship? Yes No * Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying: UNCGjobsearch website Piedmont Triad Area Newspaper The Chronicle of Higher Education Inside Higher Ed Other professional journal / website NCWorks.gov UNC school system job board Personal Networking Facebook Twitter LinkedIn * Other: Please list

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