Musical Instrument Repairer

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Perfect for those passionate about music and hands-on craftsmanship.
Ensure instruments produce beautiful sounds, impacting musicians and audiences.
Unique chance to blend technical skills with musical artistry.

💰 Earn $38K-$53K

📚 High School Diploma or GED

⏱️ 12–24 MONTH TRAINING

📈 1.5% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

Repair percussion, stringed, reed, or wind instruments. May specialize in one area, such as piano tuning.

Play instruments to evaluate their sound quality and to locate any defects.
Adjust string tensions to tune instruments, using hand tools and electronic tuning devices.
Reassemble instruments following repair, using hand tools and power tools and glue, hair, yarn, resin, or clamps, and lubricate instruments as necessary.
Disassemble instruments and parts for repair and adjustment.
Repair or replace musical instrument parts and components, such as strings, bridges, felts, and keys, using hand and power tools.

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Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

1 to 2 years

Job Openings

500 Annually

Median Earnings

$44,660 in California

$42,800 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Being creative or artistic
Thinking and problem solving
Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

Critical Thinking
Operations Monitoring
Quality Control Analysis
Reading Comprehension
Speaking
Troubleshooting

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Job security

Deep Dive

Musical Instrument Repairer

Explore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

Pathways to this Career

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years