Blackerby Violin Shop Careers

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Repairs and Setup Luthier

Updated 5/14/2025

Austin, TX | Full-Time

Blackerby Violin Shop is looking for a highly motivated luthier for a full-service shop based in Austin Texas. This position will focus on repairing and setting up stringed instruments.

Dental, Medical, Paid Time Off

  • Completion of a making and/or repair school program or an equivalent apprenticeship/work experience

  • Ability to work regular scheduled hours (40 hours) Tuesday-Saturday

  • Ability to safely handle sensitive instruments, tools, and materials

  • Ability to move to and from the workshop to the storefront to consult with repair customers

  • Ability to perform tasks without supervision

  • Meticulous attention to detail

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Job Requirements

  • Maintenance, adjustment, and repair of Blackerby rental instruments

  • Estimate, repair, and billing of private and school owned instruments

  • Ordering and maintenance of workshop-related parts and inventory

  • All facets of setup and repair of the violin, viola, cello, and double bass

  • Communicating with repair customers in person, telephone, and email

Responsibilities

  • 80 hours paid time off, 40 hours of sick leave annually.

  • Health insurance coverage

  • Employee discounts on all store inventory

  • Continuing education opportunities

Benefits

This position is located in Austin, Texas. Relocation assistance available to candidates upon acceptance of employment offer.