Piano Technician

About Binghamton University

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation.

Job Description

Budget Title: Instructional Support Technician (SL-3)

Salary: $70,000+ (Commensurate with experience)

The Department of Music at Binghamton University (State University of New York) invites applications for a full-time, 12-month staff position for a Piano Technician, commencing July 1, 2026.

Essential Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities

• Prepares pianos for major performances and rehearsals by guest artists, students, and faculty in the Anderson Center for the Performing Arts, The Department of Music and the Department of Theatre
• Provides tuning, maintenance, repair and minor rebuilding services for all pianos considered as inventory within the Department of Music (~65 pianos) and the Department of Theatre (~10) pianos
• Performs tuning and maintenance of three harpsichords in the Music Department inventory
• Maintains inventory and maintenance records of all keyboard instruments in the Departments of Music and Theatre, manages the Piano Maintenance budget, orders parts and supplies as needed, and maintains an office in the piano workshop
• Develop short-, medium-, and long-term plans for inventory, including allocation to spaces, use, and maintenance and replacement, in collaboration with relevant faculty and staff
• Communicates clearly and efficiently with faculty, staff, and students regarding requests and needs for keyboard instruments
• Coordinates and supervises outside contractors for piano moves, major rebuilding, and additional tunings during periods of high demand
• To accommodate performance and studio schedules, work will often be required outside of traditional working hours
• Must follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including, but not limited to those concerning safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination

Requirements

• Associate's degree (or higher)
• Formal training in piano technology (for example, a degree or certification from a university, professional guild, or major manufacturer)
• At least 3 years of experience tuning and maintaining pianos in an institutional setting
• Demonstrated experience tuning and regulating pianos to meet the tonal qualities of various pianists, musical styles, and performance settings
• Experience and/or training in piano inventory management

Preferred

• Master's degree in Piano Technology or a closely related field
• 5+ years of experience preparing concert pianos in an educational or professional setting
• 5+ years of experience managing a substantial piano inventory in an educational setting