Head Technician, Production Team

PSSL ProSound and Stage Lighting; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Group insurance

Savings plan with employer contrib.

Training and career advancement

Professional development fee reimburse

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Solotech in Quebec is seeking an experienced Events Technician to supervise installation and teardown of technical equipment for local events, ensuring safety and alignment with plans.

You will collaborate with clients and staff, develop schedules, review CAD drawings (AutoCAD), oversee technicians, perform on-site testing, and travel to sites as required; leadership and teamwork are essential.

The role requires bilingual communication in French and English and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in French and English.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience.
• Diploma in Electrical Technology (AEC or DEC) or Audiovisual Technology.
• Relevant experience in the exhibition and trade show industry.
• Ability to analyze and interpret CAD drawings using AutoCAD; the ability to modify and create drawings is considered an asset.
• Experience and skills in rigging and electrical work.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, based on operational requirements.
• Ability to travel to site.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and capable of effectively managing priorities.
• Strong leadership skills and excellent interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead setup and teardown of technical equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and participate in these activities when required.
• Ensure that equipment is properly installed and aligned with event plans and specifications.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver a high level of customer service.
• Ensure that Solotech employees and temporary staff follow safe work practices at all times.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for service requests (evenings and weekends), as needed.
• Develop labor and staffing schedules.
• Receive project requests, plan requirements, and prepare equipment lists based on project needs.
• Respond to technical inquiries from clients.
• Coordinate operations and oversee the work execution of all technicians.
• Adhere and promote Solotech's procedures and policies regarding equipment handling and management.
• Supervise the installation and dismantling of equipment.
• Ensure the security and safety of installations at all times.
• Ensure equipment operates properly and that all technical aspects of the event run smoothly.
• Identify solutions to technical challenges and recommend improvements for project execution.
• Collaborate with other stakeholders involved in project delivery.
• Act as a client liaison, in partnership with the Client Services Coordinator, as required.
• Perform any other related duties necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Bilingual FR/EN

CAD interpretation

Teamwork

Adaptability

Travel willingness

Education

Electrical Technology Diploma (AEC or DEC)

Audiovisual Technology Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Why Solotech?

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!

Under the responsibility of the supervisor of production employees, you will participate in the installation and technical execution of local events across multiple exhibition services disciplines, including electrical, rigging, audiovisual, plumbing and signage installation. All of this takes place in a collaborative, training-focused environment filled with passionate professionals.

Your day will look like this

• Supervise and lead setup and teardown of technical equipments, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and participate in these activities when required,
• Ensure that equipment is properly installed and aligned with event plans and specifications,
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver a high level of customer service,
• Ensure that Solotech employees and temporary staff follow safe work practices at all times,
• Participate in an on-call rotation for service requests (evenings and weekends), as needed.

In collaboration with the Client Services & Operations Coordinator

• Develop labor and staffing schedules,
• Receive project requests, plan requirements, and prepare equipment lists based on project needs,
• Respond to technical inquiries from clients,
• Coordinate operations and oversee the work execution of all technicians,
• Adhere and promote Solotech's procedures and policies regarding equipment handling and management,
• Supervise the installation and dismantling of equipment,
• Ensure the security and safety of installations at all times,
• Ensure equipment operates properly and that all technical aspects of the event run smoothly,
• Identify solutions to technical challenges and recommend improvements for project execution,
• Collaborate with other stakeholders involved in project delivery,
• Act as a client liaison, in partnership with the Client Services Coordinator, as required,
• Perform any other related duties necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.

Your profile

• Bilingual in French and English,
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience,
• Diploma in Electrical Technology (AEC or DEC) or Audiovisual Technology,
• Relevant experience in the exhibition and trade show industry,
• Ability to analyze and interpret CAD drawings using AutoCAD; the ability to modify and create drawings is considered an asset,
• Experience and skills in rigging and electrical work,
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and meet tight deadlines,

• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, based on operational requirements,

• Ability to travel to site,
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and capable of effectively managing priorities,
• Strong leadership skills and excellent interpersonal abilities.

Our offer to you

• 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

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