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Piano Technician Hattiesburg, MS, United States | req5472 Posted on: 8/12/2026 Piano Technician The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Piano Technician. Position Details Location Hattiesburg 118 College Drive Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001 United States Division School of Music Position Type Staff Employment Status Full Time Grant Funded No Pay Grade Generic Grade Posting Close Date August 28, 2026 Special Instructions to Applicants In the application platform Cornerstone, please submit as separate

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brief statement of interest resume / curriculum vitae contact information for two professional references Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B). Job Summary The piano technician manages the School of Music's fleet of keyboard instruments including routine tuning, maintenance, and repair. The technician assists with inventory as needed, including advising the Director of the School of Music on piano purchases and on when pianos should be retired from the fleet. They voice and regulate our performance pianos to the satisfaction of faculty and guest artists. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Piano tuning Piano maintenance Piano repair Piano voicing and regulation Inventory and assessment of piano fleet, including recommendations for the purchase of new instruments and retirement of old instruments Supervising the moving of keyboard instruments on and off campus Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Ability to tune and perform complex repairs and regulation for pianos. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to tune and perform complex repairs and regulation for pianos. Working knowledge of tuning and repair for organ and harpsichord. Ability to communicate and interact effectively with a diverse group of people. General familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Calendar, and Teams. Preferred Qualifications Registered Piano Technician (RPT) with the Piano Technicians Guild. About The University of Southern Mississippi Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions. Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others. We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu. The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.