Head Technician, Lighting Department, Toronto

PSSL ProSound and Stage Lighting; Toronto; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Group insurance

Savings plan with employer

Training and career advancement

Reimbursement of professional fees

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Solotech in Ontario seeks an experienced AV professional to lead installation and disassembly, supervise a team, and ensure safe, high-quality event operations across sites.

The role requires 6+ years in AV, knowledge of electrical networks, and PC CAD tools; forklift/aerial lift permits are assets. Expect travel to multiple sites with strong client-facing responsibilities.

Qualifications

• AEC or DEC in a pertinent audiovisual field.
• Minimum 6 years of pertinent experience.
• Excellent knowledge of different technical equipment.
• Knowledge in electricity and network.
• Forklift and/or aerial lift permit with working at heights training (asset).
• Bilingualism an asset (French/English).
• Willing to travel to different sites.
• Basic/intermediate knowledge of R2 software.
• Cad plan modification/design with Autocad (asset).
• Knowledge of specialised technical software (asset).
• Flexible schedule and reliable timing.
• Team-work oriented with cooperative spirit.
• Autonomy and sense of responsibility.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Mobilising leadership.

Responsibilities

• Installation and disassembly of technical equipment at events.
• Ensure proper installation according to the plan and safety.
• Operate equipment and ensure smooth operations during events.
• Lead a team of Solotech employees and supernumeraries.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners for quality service.
• Act as client contact for project management questions.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Adaptability

Autonomy

Education

AEC/DEC in AV

Tools

Autocad

R2 Software

Job description

Why Solotech?

To take your career to the next level! As a global leader in live productions, systems integration and virtual technology, our team is comprised of more than 2,000 passionate individuals. Our ambition? To deliver spectacular experiences worldwide. Recognized as one of Montreal's Top Employers (2026), join us and become part of a unique story that has been shining for over 45 years!

Your day will look like this:

Installation/disassembly

• Participate to assembling and dismantling of the technical equipment;
• Ensure the good installation of the equipment in respect of the plan;
• Ensure the safety of the technical installations, at all times;
• Respect and promote procedures and regulations fixed by Solotech regarding the equipment’s treatment and management;
• Collaborate with the other departments involved;

Equipment’s handling

• May be asked to operate technical equipment;
• May be asked to ensure the smooth technical operations during the event;
• May be asked to manage a team throughout different project’s stages;

Supervision

• Lead a team (Solotech’s employees and supernumeraries);

Client's contact

• Work closely with internal and external partners in order to ensure high quality customer service;
• May act as the client’s contact person for all questions, comments or changes related to the project’s management.

Your profile:

• AEC or DEC in a pertinent audiovisual field
• A minimum of 6 years of pertinent experience
• Excellent knowledge of different technical equipment;
• Knowledge in electricity and network;
• Possess a permit for operating a forklift and/or an aerial lift, and a training on working at heights (an asset);
• Master both official languages (an asset);
• Be able to move to different sites;
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of R2 software;
• Able to modify and design CAD plans with Autocad software (an asset);
• Knowledge of specialised technical software (an asset);
• Be flexible regarding the working schedule;
• Team-work oriented and good cooperation spirit;
• Autonomy and sense of responsibilities;
• Ability to work under pressure and capacity to adapt to change;
• Good priority management and respect of schedules and tight deadlines;
• Communicate information clearly and logically;
• Capacity to anticipate difficult situations and find efficient solutions while respecting the company’s operational policies and processes;
• Strong customer service skills.
• Show mobilising leadership.

Our offer to you:

• Reason for the Position: New position
• Solotech provides a reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position in accordance with Ontario pay transparency requirements. The determination of this range includes factors such as skill set level, location, experience, training, certifications, and internal equity. Final compensation will be determined at the time of hire. A reasonable estimate of the current hourly wage range is $35,80 to $37,77.

• Competitive compensation and group insurance plan
• Corporate savings plan with employer contribution
• Opportunities for training and career advancement
• Reimbursement of professional and development fees
• Employee assistance program to ensure personal health and well-being.

Find out more at: www.solotech.com

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Solotech is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. At any stage of the hiring process, Human Resources will work with applicants requesting accommodation.