May 3, 2026

Guitar Tech Specialist

Guitar Center Bakersfield, California

Guitar Tech Specialist

Position Overview:

At Guitar Center, we emphasize empowering staff members to discover their unique musical identities, supporting lifelong connections with music. Our core aim is to help individuals explore and enjoy the enriching process of music-making, whether they are seasoned musicians or newcomers. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that prioritizes customer needs while staying true to our fundamental mission.

As a Guitar Tech Specialist, you will be responsible for servicing and repairing customer-owned instruments and assisting in maintaining the store's inventory. Your focus will be on attracting business by ensuring customers have a positive experience and receive high-quality repair work.

Responsibilities:

Engage with customers to ensure a positive experienceDemonstrate exceptional skill and precision when servicing customer-owned instrumentsMaintain store-owned equipment according to provided guidelinesPerform the full scope of repairs covered under warrantyAdditional duties as assignedKey Qualities for Success:

Customer Focus: Proficient in customer service principles, delivering excellent interactions. Builds genuine connections with clients, demonstrates approachability and enthusiasm, possesses deep product knowledge, and resolves customer concerns effectively.Initiative: Ability to quickly grasp new information and respond proactively without waiting for direction. Continuously improves knowledge and skills in products, retail procedures, customer engagement, and management.Sales Acumen: Skilled in completing the Guitar Center certification program to gain foundational knowledge of products and sales strategies.Training: Capable of teaching and effectively conveying information and techniques to ensure long-term learning and retention.Requirements:

Strong expertise in guitar repair, including the ability to troubleshoot and fix a variety of instrument issuesPreferences:

Familiarity with Guitar Center’s range of productsEmployee Benefits:

Guitar Center offers unique benefits for employees who are musicians, including gig leave, which allows staff to perform and pursue musical projects before returning to their regular roles.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Guitar Center is committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification under Federal, State, or local law. Hiring decisions are made based on legitimate job-related criteria.

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