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Liturgical Pianist (Catholic Worship Services)

GD Resources LLC · Kailua, HI, USA ·

Job type:
Seasonal

GD Resources LLC is seeking a skilled and reliable

Liturgical Pianist

to support weekly Catholic worship services at the MCBH Base Chapel. The pianist will provide musical leadership for the 0930 Sunday Mass, coordinate with chapel leadership, and support seasonal and special religious observances throughout the year.

This role requires musical excellence, strong collaboration skills, and familiarity with Catholic liturgical traditions.
Key Responsibilities

Weekly Worship Services

Perform live piano accompaniment for the Sunday 0930 Catholic Mass
Arrive at least

30 minutes before service

for choir rehearsal and preparation
Collaborate with the Catholic priest to select appropriate weekly music
Coordinate and lead weekly rehearsals (approximately 1 hour)
Support and guide choir members from the congregation
Provide a positive, respectful worship experience through music
Music Planning & Coordination

Develop and submit monthly music plans for review by the Technical Representative (TR) by the 15th of each month
Prepare weekly service music outlines and, if requested, PowerPoint lyric presentations
Coordinate microphone placement and basic audio-visual requirements for services
Special Religious Services
Provide musical support for key Catholic holidays and observances, including:

Christmas (including Midnight Mass)
Easter Triduum (Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday)
Ash Wednesday
All Saints Day
Immaculate Conception
Confirmation services
Additional seasonal or emergency liturgical services as required
Required Skills & Qualifications
Strong piano performance ability (traditional, contemporary, and liturgical music)
Familiarity with

Catholic liturgical practices and worship structure
Ability to lead or support a choir
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work with clergy and chapel leadership respectfully and professionally
Experience in worship music leadership preferred (degree in music not required)
Work Schedule
Weekly Sunday service (approximately 1.5 hours total service time)
Weekly rehearsal (scheduled in coordination with chapel leadership)
Additional services during religious holidays and special observances
Deliverables
Monthly music plan submitted by the 15th of the preceding month
Weekly service music outline (when requested)
Participation in rehearsals and scheduled worship services
Coordination of music delivery for special religious events
Work Environment
Services are performed on-site at the

MCBH Base Chapel (Building 6677)
A piano and basic chapel audio equipment will be provided
Work occurs in a structured military installation environment requiring professionalism and punctuality
Security & Access Requirements
Must meet all base access requirements for Marine Corps Base Hawaii Marine Corps Base Hawaii
Must be eligible for installation access under Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) requirements
Must comply with all federal and installation security procedures
Subject to background screening prior to employment authorization
Equal Opportunity Statement

GD Resources LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.