Employment Opportunities at
Summerhays Music of Orem
Summerhays Music of Orem is the largest independent Music Retailer in Utah County, servicing from Eagle Mountain, down to St. George. A full-service shop, including a repair shop, recital hall, and teaching studio, Summerhays focuses on band and orchestra instruments and accessories. Summerhays Music of Orem is the only local music retailer to carry a comprehensive range of student, step-up, and professional instruments, including purchase and rental options.
Although instrument sales and rentals are core to our business, our mission is to support musicians and music educators. We achieve these goals by hosting over 200 local educational events and clinics each year, as well as offering the most flexible rental contract for student instruments, so that anyone can have the equipment they need to succeed in band or orchestra. We also work directly with over 100 local band and orchestra programs, to best support their programs and meet their needs.
Available Positions
Educational Sales Representative
Full-Time
Role Description:
Educational Sales Representatives travel within an assigned sales territory to forge strong, positive relationships with music educators and school administrators to generate outside sales and rentals. They also service the needs of music educators by delivering products, picking up/dropping off instrument repairs, helping with recruitment efforts, and other activities.
Duties:
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Carry out strategy and brand goal directives of SMC
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Develop professional relationships with band and orchestra teachers from public and private schools
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Provide the best customer service to educators to meet and increase rental/sales goals
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Visit schools, school teachers, and administrators on a regular schedule
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Deliver purchased goods to schools
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Pick up, track, and drop off instrument repairs
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Set up and attend rental night events with educators
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Schedule in-school instrument demonstrations and presentations
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Visit authorized Summerhays sub-dealers and verify inventory
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Send daily reports on business activities
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Attend conferences, trade shows, and other community events
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Develop and maintain productive, effective, and professional relationships with retail store sales staff and management
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Stay current on industry trends and products
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Maintain company vehicle
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Other duties as assigned
Ideal Candidates Are:
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Passionate about music and have a degree in music performance, music education, or commercial music (preferred, but not required)
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Proficient at playing a woodwind, brass, percussion, or orchestral string instrument
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Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
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Detail-oriented and organized
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Comfortable presenting products/information to large groups
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Friendly, personable, and able to develop and foster positive relationships in the music community
Requirements:
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2-3 years of retail or sales experience (preferred)
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Ability to travel throughout Utah County and surrounding areas
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Ability to work some late-night events
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Ability to work during school hours with some flexibility
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Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
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Able to lift and carry boxes and instruments of all weights and sizes
Benefits:
Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. We offer a comprehensive benefits package:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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401k
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Two weeks paid vacation per year after one year of full-time employment
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Employee discounts on instruments and accessories
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Continued sales and product training
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Company vehicle
String Sales Specialist
Location: 1006 S State Street Orem, UT 84097
Full-Time
Role Description:
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Summerhays Music Of Orem is looking for a full-time Strings Sales Specialist to promote and sell String instruments and related accessories. The successful candidate will assist customers in selecting the appropriate instrument, explain the features of each instrument and accessories, and provide demonstrations. The Strings Sales Specialist will also be responsible for processing customer transactions, maintaining the store's inventory, and completing other duties as assigned. This is an on-site role located in Orem, UT.
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Qualifications:
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Prior experience in playing an orchestral string instrument is required
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Prior customer service or sales experience is preferred
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Strong communication and customer service skills
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Great organizational skills
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Must be able to work Saturdays
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Knowledge of string instruments and their accessories
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Must be familiar with various string instruments, including but not limited to violins, violas,
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A willingness to learn, and the ability to work individually and within a team
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Benefits:
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Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. We offer a comprehensive benefits package:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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401k
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Two weeks paid vacation per year after one year of full-time employment
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Employee discounts on instruments and accessories
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Continued sales and product training
String Repair Technician/Luthier
Location: 1006 S State Street Orem, UT 84097
Full-Time
Role Description:
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Summerhays Music of Orem is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented String Repair Technician/Luthier to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in evaluating, repairing, and maintaining string instruments. This role involves repairing instruments for in-store customers and local schools, along with setting up and maintaining company-owned instruments to ensure they are in optimal playing condition.
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Key Responsibilities:
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Evaluate and repair orchestral string instruments brought in by customers.
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Evaluate and repair string instruments brought in from local schools.
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Perform regular maintenance and repair on company-owned rental instruments to keep them in excellent condition.
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Inspect and set up new instruments for store stock, ensuring they meet quality standards before being sold.
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Maintain company equipment and workspace in good order, ensuring a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
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Customer Interaction: Provide excellent customer service by communicating effectively with customers about their repair needs and offering professional advice.
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Keep detailed records of repairs, estimates, maintenance tasks, and inventory management.
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Other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications:
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Proven experience with string repair or instrument making
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Strong knowledge of orchestral string instruments, repair techniques, and materials.
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Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail.
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Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
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Strong communication and customer service skills.
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Passion for music and commitment to providing high-quality repair services.
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Knowledge of safety practices and procedures in a repair environment.
Benefits:
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Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. We offer a comprehensive benefits package:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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401k
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Two weeks paid vacation per year after one year of full-time employment
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Employee discounts on instruments and accessories
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Continued sales and product training