Guitar Technician Jobs
Guitar Technician jobs are open across live music touring, studio production, and instrument retail, from entry-level stage crew roles to senior touring tech and gear specialist positions, with specializations in guitar setup and repair, live sound support, and backline management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Pay Rate: $15.00/hr - $22.50/hr plus commission depending on background and experience.
The job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, and other factors. The pay range(s) listed are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Guitar Center embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging staff to find their own individual sound. Our mission is to develop and nurture lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the joy that comes from creating music. We believe in creating inclusive environments that put our customers first all the while fulfilling our mission.
As our Repair Tech (Guitar), you will provide perform maintenance and repair services on customer-owned instruments and to assist in maintenance of specific store inventory, continually building and increasing the business through great customer experience and quality work.
A few special characteristics that make our Repair Technicians successful:
- Customer Focus: Understands customer service principles, and able to provide an excellent customer experience. Able to connect with customers in a meaningful way. Is approachable, genuine, knowledgeable, encouraging, passionate, and committed to helping customers. Able to step in to handle customer service issues.
- Initiative: Able to identify opportunities & issues and follow through on work activities to capitalize or resolve them. Able to learn quickly and take positive action without being requested to do so. Able to develop knowledge and skills including product, store operations, sales and leadership.
- Selling: Able to work through GC certification program to gain a base understanding of products and sales techniques.
- Training: Able to effectively train learners and communicate info and techniques so that they are retained.
As our Repair Technician, you will:
- Interact with customers, ensuring a positive customer experience
- Service customer-owned instruments with a high level of craftsmanship
- Maintain store owned gear, as requested
- Complete warranty repair work
- Additional duties as assigned
Why Guitar Center? Here's just some of the rewards:
For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gig leave-take time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour! Guitar Center offers robust benefits and perks, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus company match, mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options.
Requirements:
- Skilled understanding of repairing Guitars
Preferences:
- Foundational product knowledge on Guitar Center products
Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1-818-735-8800 ext. 2862 or by sending an email to recruiting@guitarcenter.com.
Pay Rate: $15.00/hr - $22.50/hr plus commission depending on background and experience.
The job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, and other factors. The pay range(s) listed are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Guitar Center embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging staff to find their own individual sound. Our mission is to develop and nurture lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the joy that comes from creating music. We believe in creating inclusive environments that put our customers first all the while fulfilling our mission.
As our Repair Tech (Guitar), you will provide perform maintenance and repair services on customer-owned instruments and to assist in maintenance of specific store inventory, continually building and increasing the business through great customer experience and quality work.
A few special characteristics that make our Repair Technicians successful:
- Customer Focus: Understands customer service principles, and able to provide an excellent customer experience. Able to connect with customers in a meaningful way. Is approachable, genuine, knowledgeable, encouraging, passionate, and committed to helping customers. Able to step in to handle customer service issues.
- Initiative: Able to identify opportunities & issues and follow through on work activities to capitalize or resolve them. Able to learn quickly and take positive action without being requested to do so. Able to develop knowledge and skills including product, store operations, sales and leadership.
- Selling: Able to work through GC certification program to gain a base understanding of products and sales techniques.
- Training: Able to effectively train learners and communicate info and techniques so that they are retained.
As our Repair Technician, you will:
- Interact with customers, ensuring a positive customer experience
- Service customer-owned instruments with a high level of craftsmanship
- Maintain store owned gear, as requested
- Complete warranty repair work
- Additional duties as assigned
Why Guitar Center? Here's just some of the rewards:
For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gig leave-take time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour! Guitar Center offers robust benefits and perks, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus company match, mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options.
Requirements:
- Skilled understanding of repairing Guitars
Preferences:
- Foundational product knowledge on Guitar Center products
Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1-818-735-8800 ext. 2862 or by sending an email to recruiting@guitarcenter.com.
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Who's Hiring
- Guitar Center41
- Jackson Audio1J
- Legator Music1L
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in guitar technician jobs.
- Hands-on experience maintaining and repairing electric and acoustic guitars in a professional setting
- Proficiency with guitar setup including action, intonation, fret work, and nut adjustment
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair guitar electronics, pickups, and wiring under time pressure
- Experience building and managing stage rigs including pedalboards, effects chains, and switching systems
- Physical stamina and ability to lift and transport heavy gear cases during load-in and load-out
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel domestically for extended touring engagements
Tips for Your Guitar Technician Job Search
List every genre and artist type
Touring companies and production houses hire techs who match the rig complexity of their artists. Call out specific genres you've worked with, whether country, metal, or stadium pop, so hiring managers can quickly see you fit their roster's needs.
Document your gear maintenance methods
Employers want proof you can keep instruments stage-ready under pressure. Detail specific setups you've maintained, the tuning systems and electronics you've serviced, and how you've handled last-minute repairs mid-tour or during a session.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists guitar technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by tour cycle timing
Most guitar technician openings go live in late winter and early spring as touring seasons ramp up. Search actively during January through March, when production companies and management firms are building out road crews for summer and fall runs.
Prepare a gear-specific work sample
A short video or photo set showing a complete stage rig you've built and managed, including signal chain, spare parts organization, and backup instrument prep, communicates more to a hiring decision-maker than a resume description alone.
Ask about rig complexity before accepting
In final interviews, ask how many guitars are in rotation per show, what effects rigs look like, and whether you'll cover bass or keys as well. Mismatched expectations after hire are common, and your questions will signal professional experience.
Guitar Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most guitar technicians?
The most active employers for guitar technicians right now are Guitar Center, Jackson Audio, and Legator Music, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to concentrate around major touring production companies, instrument retailers with repair departments, and recording studios with active session rosters.
How many guitar technician jobs are remote?
About 0% of guitar technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, as most roles require hands-on presence with instruments and equipment. The sub-areas with the most remote flexibility include gear consulting, online instrument repair instruction, and digital content creation for music equipment brands.
How do you become a guitar technician?
Start by developing strong hands-on repair and setup skills through personal practice on your own instruments and by volunteering at local venues or rehearsal studios. Build experience doing setups and basic electronics repairs, then work your way into backline crew positions with regional touring acts. Networking with production managers and road crew through live music communities is how most working techs land their first professional gig.
Can you get hired as a guitar technician with little or no experience?
Yes, entry points exist for candidates with limited professional experience, particularly at instrument retailers and smaller regional touring acts. Demonstrating clean setup work and basic wiring repairs on your own guitars, being available for short local runs, and showing reliability through references from musicians you've assisted all carry more weight than formal credentials at the entry level.
What does the guitar technician interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a conversation about your gear background and the specific acts or environments you've worked in, followed by a practical assessment where you may be asked to perform a setup, trace a wiring fault, or describe how you'd build a stage rig. Some employers ask for a gear list from past tours or a photo record of rigs you've managed, then close with questions about availability and touring schedule flexibility.
Where can I find and apply to guitar technician jobs?
You can find and apply to guitar technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you're looking for.
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