Guitar Setup / Quality Control Technician (Seasonal)

Guitar Set Up / Quality Control Technician at Chicago Music Exchange

Chicago Music Exchange is looking for a Guitar Setup/Quality Control Technician to help us over the holiday season!

Please note, this is a temporary position through February of 2027.

General Responsibilities Include

• Pick guitar orders from the showroom floor and back stock 
• Perform basic setups, restrings, and quality control for outbound guitars
• Communicate updates, issues, or other important pieces of information with sales staff and customer service team regarding orders

What you bring

• Ability to work with your hands and use tools 
• Ability to be coached and take instruction
• Availability on weekends
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds
• Guitar setup and maintenance knowledge is not required but nice to have. On the job training will be provided! 
• Proficient with technology - (We use MacOS)

Additional Info, Perks, and Benefits

• Temporary through February of 2027. Possibility for extension based on volume of work available.
• Pay $17.05/hr 
• Full time, 40hrs/week, at our store near Lincoln and Belmont. Just steps away from the Paulina Brown Line station!
• Schedule
  • Exact schedule TBD but days will be 8.5 hours (including 30 minutes for lunch) and at least one weekend day.
• Health Insurance
  • Medical Insurance: HMO, PPO, and HSA plans available on the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment. HMO and HSA employee premiums are fully paid for by the company.
  • $15k Life Insurance Policy included when you enroll in health insurance at no extra cost.
  • Dental PPO through Blue Cross and Vision Insurance through EyeMed available as add ons.
• 401k after 12 months of employment with 2% match (must be 21 or older). 
• Paid Time Off
  • 2 hours of paid leave accrued for every 35 hours worked. PTO can be used for any purpose! 
• Commuter Benefits - Pay for transit w/ pre-tax dollars
• Employee discount on music gear
• Casual dress code and work environment

Potential employees must pass a background check. All applications are reviewed. No chats, emails or calls, please.

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