Position: Casual - Vacant

Number of Positions: 1

Hours of Work: One full day twice a month (bi-monthly).

Location: Toronto Campus - 318 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, M4N 1T7

Branch: Senior School

Start Date: September 2026

Hourly Rate: $30.00

About the Position

Reporting to the Senior School Music Teacher and Curriculum Leader, you will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing a variety of musical instruments used by students and staff. This includes band, string, and percussion instruments, ensuring they remain in safe and optimal working condition for educational and performance purposes.

The Instrument Repair Technician will diagnose mechanical issues, perform routine maintenance and repairs, and recommend cost-effective solutions to extend the lifespan of instruments. This position may be particularly suitable for a freelance instrument repair technician or an advanced student currently completing studies in instrument repair and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

- Inspect, assess, and repair band, string, and percussion instruments.
- Remove dents and perform minor structural repairs on brass and woodwind instruments.
- Carry out soldering and brazing repairs as required.
- Repair and adjust valves, keys, pads, springs, and other instrument mechanisms.
- Perform preventative maintenance to ensure instruments remain in positive working order.
- Assist with basic repairs and maintenance of string instruments, including bridges, pegs, and fittings.
- Support repairs and maintenance of percussion instruments and related equipment.




- Maintain accurate records of repairs completed and recommend replacement parts or equipment when necessary.
- Ensure repairs are completed efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively.
- Assess instrument damage and determine whether repairs are required due to normal wear and tear or negligent use, documenting findings and providing recommendations to support cost control and accountability.

Who We Are Looking For

We recruit candidates who embrace our TFS values of integrity, discernment, respect, and engagement. The ideal candidate profile is as follows:

- Knowledge of the technical construction and repair of band, string, and percussion instruments.
- Experience performing instrument repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Proficiency in dent removal, soldering, valve repairs, key adjustments, and related repair techniques.
- Ability to learn and apply repair methods for a wide range of musical instruments.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage assigned repair projects.
- Previous experience as an instrument repair technician is an asset.
- Enrollment in or completion of a recognized instrument repair program is considered an asset.

TFS welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities,



and all others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

If you require accommodation, please notify us in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs. TFS is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process.

TFS does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in its recruitment or selection processes. We kindly ask candidates who choose to use AI tools when preparing their application materials to disclose this during the recruitment process.

Position: Occasionnelle - Vacante

Nombre de postes : 1

Heures de travail : Une journée complète, deux fois par mois.

Lieu de travail : Campus de Toronto - 318, avenue Lawrence Est, Toronto (Ontario) M4N 1T7

Branche : École secondaire

Date de début: Septembre 2026

Taux horaire : 30,00 $

La position

Reportant à l'enseignant(e) de musique et du responsable du programme de l'école secondaire, la personne titulaire du poste sera responsable d'inspecter, d'entretenir et de réparer une variété d'instruments de musique utilisés par les élèves et les membres du personnel. Cela comprend les instruments à vent, les instruments à cordes et les percussions, afin de s'assurer qu'ils demeurent sécuritaires et en parfait état de fonctionnement pour les activités pédagogiques et les prestations musicales.

Le ou la technicien(ne) en réparation d'instruments diagnostiquera les problèmes mécaniques, effectuera l'entretien courant et les réparations nécessaires, et recommandera des solutions rentables permettant de prolonger la

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