Event Technician - Casual

BC Pavco; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Vancouver Convention Centre, through PavCo, is hiring an Event Technician on a casual basis to support the Event Services team. You will assist with electrical and plumbing installations, equipment restocking, and reviewing work orders and floor plans for events.

Hours are event-based with a minimum of 8 hours, often requiring early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Compensation is $27.01 per hour plus 8% vacation pay, and the role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and hands-on experience

Qualifications

• High school certification or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-year experience in the event industry or skilled trades.
• LPEC preferred or able to obtain within 8 months of start date.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Customer service experience is an asset.
• Forklift and scissor lift certifications are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical and plumbing installations for events.
• Collect, sort, and restock equipment.
• Maintain shop and work area cleanliness and organization.
• Review work orders and floor plans for accuracy.
• Support setup, maintenance, and breakdown of event services.

Skills

Customer service

Strong communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school certification

LPEC certification preferred or obtainable within 8 months

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

Outlook

Forklift certification

Scissor lift certification

Job description

The Vancouver Convention Centre is hiring an Event Technician on a Casual basis.

Looking for flexible work that fits around your current schedule? We're seeking a dependable, hardworking team player to join our Event Services team.

Whether you already work in events, concerts, film, theatre, or are interested in building experience in the skilled trades, this is a great opportunity to earn extra income while gaining hands-on experience behind the scenes of some of the Vancouver's most exciting events.

Working with the Senior Manager and Assistant Manager, Event Technical Services, the Event Technician will provide strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

You will assist in coordinating event schedules and team assignments, preparing cost estimates, resolving client and exhibitor billing and service inquiries, and review electrical and plumbing work orders and floor plans.

Hours are based on event requirements. Shifts are a minimum of 8 hours and may be scheduled anytime between 6:00 a.m. and 12:00 a.m. (midnight).

As events often take place outside of regular business hours, preference will be given to candidates who can work nights and weekends.

Hourly Rate: $27.01 + 8% on top in lieu of vacation.

Hours may not align with transit hours, primarily on a Sunday.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work individually and as part of a team assisting the technicians with electrical and plumbing installations for various events
• Collect, sort, and restock electrical, compressed air, and plumbing equipment
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the shop and work areas to a high standard
• Assist with maintaining an inventory list of tools and equipment
• to review and ensure electrical and plumbing documents including work orders and floor plans are complete and have clear and correct information

• Review all current and future events, functions and work orders for the purpose of scheduling the team based on event requirements and provides vacation coverage to the Manager required.

• Install basic electrical, compressed air, and plumbing services (under supervision)
• Work within tight deadlines and under pressure to complete requirements safely and to standards
• Adhere to all work safety regulations and practices and maintain a safe working environment
• Work closely with Event Technicians to support the setup, maintenance, and breakdown of event services
• Perform other related duties as required
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs by yourself and up to 110 lbs with the assistance of a 2nd person
• Assist with light administrative duties as needed

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• High school certification or equivalent
• Minimum 1-year experience in the event industry or skilled trades
• LPEC (Live Performance Electrical Certification) preferred or must be able to obtain within 8 months of start date
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook and similar business software
• Customer service experience dealing directly with clients is an asset
• Valid forklift and scissor lift certification are an asset
• Interest in the event and customer service industry is an asset
• Strong work ethic and great customer service skills
• Demonstrated effective communication skills including ability to follow instructions and direction
• Maintain a safety sensitive environment, proactively identifying safety concerns, and manage/report accordingly
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as well the ability to work effectively in a team environment, with tight deadlines
• Work is performed primarily indoors; however, must be mentally and physically able to deal with exposure to seasonal heat and cold in an outdoor and indoor environment, and requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights up to 50 lbs on your own.
• Must be available to work various shifts including mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays as needed
• Interest in a skilled trades career is an asset; electrical training and hours can be counted towards Live Performance Entertainment Certificate (LPEC) practical work experience

We Appreciate Your Interest in PavCo and This Position

At PavCo, we are committed to building high-performance teams. Our selection process is thorough, and all candidate applications are reviewed. Should your qualifications and experience meet the requirements of this role, a member of our recruitment team will contact you.

Only candidates eligible to work full time in Canada will be considered.