Equipment and Logistics Manager

Alberni Valley Employment Centre; Area A (Bamfield), Tofino, Ucluelet, Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local event management company in British Columbia is seeking an Equipment & Logistics Manager for contract work. This role involves organizing, transporting, and setting up event equipment while managing logistics for festivals like the Pachena Bay Music Festival. Ideal candidates will have a background in live events or a willingness to learn, along with strong communication skills and a Class 5 driver’s license. Compensation ranges from $25 to $50 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in live events, festivals, or production logistics.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working hands-on with equipment.
• Ability to organize and set up event equipment efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Organize, transport, set up, and maintain event equipment.
• Coordinate load-in and load-out for events.
• Oversee on-site setup and manage inventory.

Skills

Experience in live events

Mechanical aptitude

Strong communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

The Equipment & Logistics Manager is a contract-based role responsible for organizing, transporting, setting up, maintaining, and returning all event equipment and infrastructure for Long Shot Events productions. This role supports festival and event operations by managing inventory, coordinating load-in and load-out, overseeing on-site setup, and working closely withBen (owner/operator) and the production team to ensure safe, efficient execution. Work is project-based with higher intensity around major events such as Pachena Bay Music Festival and Salty Hearts, in May and July. Compensation ranges from $25–$50/hour depending on experience and event budgets, with potential for ongoing contract work through Long Shot Rentals.

Job Requirments

• Experience in live events, festivals, or production logistics (or strong willingness to learn)
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working hands-on with equipment
• Ability to organize, transport, and set up event equipment efficiently
• Class 5 driver’s license (Class 7 or 1 considered an asset)
• Ability to work long days during peak event periods and stay calm under pressure
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with a production team
• Commitment to safe work practices on-site