Production Operator

City of Mississauga; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Mississauga is seeking a part-time Production Operator to join the Live Event and Media Production team. This role involves setting up and operating the technical aspects of festivals and events at local venues, ensuring a high-quality experience for attendees. Ideal candidates will have operational experience with production systems and the capability to perform under pressure while maintaining safety.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience operating production systems.
• Understanding of various lighting, audio, and video protocols.
• Relevant certifications may be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Setup production systems including lighting, audio, and video.
• Lead production crews and ensure safety of staff and equipment.
• Provide onsite troubleshooting and repairs as required.

Skills

Advanced operational knowledge

Experience with setup and operation of production equipment

Understanding of signal flow and troubleshooting

Ability to produce high quality work quickly under pressure

Ability to lift supplies and equipment

Tools

MS Office

QLab

Capture

Workbench

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Production Operator

Req ID:26113
Vacancy Type: Part-Time
Number of Positions:20
Closing Date:08/01/2025

The Live Event and Media Production team is looking for experienced Technical Operators. Working as part of a larger team your expertise will be used to support Festivals and Events at Celebration Square, Meadowvale Theatre and Paramount Fine Food Centre. Technical Operators are responsible for setting up and running festivals and events at each of these facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Setup Production Systems (Lighting, Audio, Video, Cameras, Staging, Rigging, etc) and provide programming according to the event requirements.
• Create and maintain paperwork required to operate festival or events. Including plots, Input lists, cue list, etc.
• Work with clients and artists to ensure production requirements are met.
• Provide System troubleshooting and onsite repairs when required.
• Lead production crews in setups, operation and changeovers.
• Follow best practices and ensure safety of staff, venue and equipment at all times.
• Provide guidance to other Staff helping to develop and enhance their skills.
• Preform equipment onsite maintenance to ensure equipment stays in a state of good repair

Skills and Qualifications

• Advanced operational knowledge in at least one typical Production Systems ( Digico, MA, ETC, Tricaster, or similar). With 1 – 3 years experience operating consoles for festival or events.
• Experience with setup and operation of production equipment and systems.
• Understanding of signal flow and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of the characteristics of different lighting, audio, or video protocols and how they function.
• Ability to produce high quality work quickly under pressure.
• Working knowledge in standard computer and industry software such as MS Office, QLab, Capture, Workbench, etc.
• Ability to lift supplies and equipment such as lighting fixtures, staging decks, truss, motors, and other production equipment.

Hourly Rate/Salary:$21.83 - $27.56
Grade:PE
Hours of Work:up to 40hrs
Work Location:Meadowvale Community Theatre
Organization Unit:CMS/Technical Services, Tm 1 & Tm 2
Department/Division/Section:CMS/Community Services Dept,CMS/Recreation & Culture Division,Culture & Events
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

Applicants applying to this posting may be considered for the same position(s) should another vacancy occur within six months from the date of this posting, unless the requirement to repost is expressed differently in a Collective Agreement.

If you are selected for an interview and your proposed transfer or promotion results in a real or perceived conflict of interest in relation to the Employment of Relatives Corporate Policy and Procedure, you must notify the Human Resources Representative as soon as possible.

If you are selected for an interview you are expected to disclose all current positions held in the City, whether full time or part time.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion .

Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of anyaccommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.