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 2026!
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 toolsAbility to be coached and take instructionAvailability on weekendsAbility to lift up to 60 poundsGuitar 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 2026. Possibility for extension or even permanent placement based on volume of work available.Pay $17 / hrFull time, 40hrs / week, at our store near Lincoln and Belmont. Just steps away from the Paulina Brown Line station!ScheduleExact schedule TBD but days will be 8.5 hours (including 30 minutes for lunch) and at least one weekend day.
Health InsuranceMedical 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 Off2 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 dollarsEmployee discount on music gearCasual dress code and work environmentPotential employees must pass a background check. All applications are reviewed. No chats, emails or calls, please.