2526-073 - Equipment Technician 1 (TS10) - Ivany Campus

Nova Scotia Community College; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an Equipment Technician to support the School of Business and Creative Industries. The ideal candidate will have a diploma related to Television and Film Production or Audio Recording and experience in customer service. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, assisting students, and managing inventory. The role requires strong troubleshooting skills and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience, including customer service.
• Familiarity with MAC and PC platforms essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and maintenance of equipment for various programs.
• Assist students with equipment requirements for learning situations.
• Identify faulty equipment and make basic repairs.

Skills

Customer Service

Troubleshooting

Presentation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Team-building Skills

Education

Diploma in Television and Film Production or Audio Recording

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Audio Recording Equipment

Video Cameras

Lighting Gear

Job description

Operational Support

EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN 1 (TS10)

Education

Ivany Campus

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

School of Business and Creative Industries
Continuing Full-Time Position: Commencing approximately July 2, 2025
Application deadline is 11:59 PM, May 27, 2025
Competition No. 2526-073
Salary range: $46,690.30 to $54,832.37 annually

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is a diploma related to Television and Film Production or Audio Recording.
• You have a minimum of two (2) years (full-time equivalent) of recent, relevant occupational experience. This includes customer service experience.
• You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite and email. Fluent computer skills in both MAC and PC platforms are essential.
• Possess broad knowledge of the operation and maintenance procedures of:
  • audio recording, hardware and software such as Protocols and experience with live sound and/or film production set-up is essential.
  • video cameras and related post-production computer equipment and software, as well as digital still camera systems is essential.
  • a variety of lighting gear for still photography, film production, video studio, and location shooting is an asset.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge:

• You demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism.
• Ability to troubleshoot system and equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action is critical.
• You are innovative and committed to life-long learning and community involvement.
• You are familiar with working within and committed to complying with OHS policies and procedures.
• Your desire and enthusiasm to assist our faculty who teach students with diverse backgrounds and knowledge, along with your superb presentation, interpersonal and team-building skills make you an ideal candidate.
• As a creative self-starter, you have been recognized for your high energy and your commitment to excellence.
• A valid Nova Scotia Driver's License would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Academic Chair of Business and Creative Industries, you will:

• Provide support and maintenance of equipment for different program areas within the School of Business and Creative Industries. This equipment includes, but is not limited to, music amps and microphones, etc.
• Assist students to identify equipment requirements for a variety of learning situations, such as setting up for live sound.
• Assist with the daily sign out of equipment and inventory control.
• Order materials to suit curriculum requirements.
• Identify faulty equipment and make basic repairs.
• You may be responsible for supporting students during the evening/weekend hours (flexible hours required) in a variety of production spaces such as studios, editing suites, announce booths, etc. This would include loaning of equipment; trouble-shooting equipment problems; maintaining room and equipment schedules.

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Jaclynn Kelly, HR Generalist at [e-mail]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.