Film Equipment Technician

Sunbelt Rentals; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the film production equipment rental sector as a Film Equipment Technician. This full-time, permanent position in Dartmouth, Halifax involves troubleshooting, repairing lighting equipment, and supporting production teams. Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits program await you. If you have a passion for the film industry and hands-on technical skills, apply now!

Benefits

Competitive wages

Comprehensive benefit program

Tuition reimbursement

Fitness reimbursement

Boots allowance program

Profit-sharing program

Career advancement opportunities

Safety-driven culture

Social events through a committee

Qualifications

• Experience with lighting equipment repairs preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Training provided for company rental & parts inventory software.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair lighting fixtures and ballasts.
• Process equipment to meet specifications.
• Maintain grip equipment and assess inventory levels.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Electronics experience

Mechanical knowledge

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of movie production? Sunbelt Film & TV, previously known as William F. White International Inc. (“WFW), the largest movie equipment rental company, is looking for a Film Equipment Technician to join us. With offices across the country, Sunbelt Film & TV services productions of all sizes from coast to coast and houses an extensive state-of-the-art inventory. Our job is to help bring the magic of storytelling to life, by supporting our clients as their go-to Partners in Production.

To better serve the production industry’s growing ambitions, our Halifax team is looking for the perfect candidate to join us in the role of Film Equipment Technician. This is a full-time, permanent position located in Dartmouth, Halifax and the general hours of work Monday to Friday (8am to 5pm).

Responsibilities :

• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic problems related to lighting fixtures and ballasts to determine the source of the issue and take corrective action to repair the problem.
• Process equipment in a safe and efficient manner to meet manufacturer’s specifications.
• Perform minor repairs to miscellaneous lighting equipment and associated accessories as required. Assist in the maintenance / repairs of grip equipment, cable, distribution and stands etc.
• Assess active-equipment inventory levels and react in accordance to the needs of the Lighting & Grip Department, LES Department and Specialty Department.
• Advise management of equipment defects or damage or any customer concerns arising from equipment issues or counts.
• Pull orders, load and unload trucks. All counts to be performed to the highest standard of accuracy.

The Ideal Candidate

• Electrical knowledge and experience an asset
• Electronics experience an asset
• Previous experience with lighting equipment repairs would be an asset
• Mechanical knowledge and experience would be considered an asset
• Further training will be provided to the accepted candidate.
• Training provided for company rental & parts inventory software program
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

We Support our Team before anything else - Join us, you will be able to

• Enjoy competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit program
• Prescription, paid sick day & vacation, vision coverage, short- & long-term disability coverage
• Group RRSP plan, company-wide profit-sharing program
• Tuition & Fitness reimbursement; Boots Allowance program
• Develop new skills for a career track in equipment rental industry
• We promote from within; you can explore your career to level up and get prepared for various roles
• Work with incredible team of people in a safety-driven culture
• Social committee with various events; We act with integrity and follow through on our commitments with high level of engagement
• We strive to build safe, healthy, inclusive, and sustainable communities

The physical demands of this role require bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, lifting 50 pounds or more, and working indoors / outdoors when required by the job. The above description is not a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day. Reasonable accommodation may be made to comply with applicable laws.

Sunbelt Film & TV requires applicants to undergo a background verification process prior to commencing employment with the company. Employment with Sunbelt Film & TV is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check.

Sunbelt Film & TV is an equal opportunity employer — women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal peoples, and visible minorities are welcome to apply.

If this sounds like your #dreamjob, then hit the apply button with your best resume!

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and / or experience. Please visit for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.

Sunbelt Rentals offers generous benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, wellbeing, and a retirement plan with employer matching contributions in accordance with Sunbelt’s plans, policies, andapplicable agreements (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement).

Gear up for an exciting career!

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