Transport Technician

Northwest Employment Works; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company in Toronto seeks a Technician responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing equipment. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of equipment and solid communication skills, supporting MBSE Canada in becoming a leader in equipment supply. This role includes collaboration with staff and contributing to ongoing projects involving high-quality production services.

Benefits

Comprehensive wage and company-paid health benefits

Generous Retirement Savings Program

Volunteer paid time off

Personal and sick paid time off

Anniversary program

Company events

Employment Assistance Program

Free parking with electric charging station(s)

Qualifications

• Basic working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, milling, lathe, or welding equipment preferred.
• Experience with lighting, grip, and rental operations.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, maintain, and repair equipment as needed.
• Liaison between department, customers, and staff.
• Provide technical support and training to staff and customers.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Good oral and written communication skills

Problem solving

Basic computer skills

Job description

Who we are
The MBS Group is one of the largest studio-based production service and studio development companies in the world. Our key capabilities include studio management, studio design and development, lighting, grip, and expendables. With extensive international reach—45 locations across 28 cities, nine states and three countries including the US, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The MBS Group supports over 300 sounds stages and 400+ film and television productions a year.This position is with MBSE Canada.

For us, sustainability is about continuous business improvements that go beyond “green” actions. We have committed to a holistic, strategically resilient process called Environmental Social Governance, or ESG.

-Environmental: total greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), and landfill waste
-Social: living wage, diversity and inclusion, and training and development
-Governance: purpose-led management, and community engagement

Perks you’ll receive

• Comprehensive wage and company-paid health benefits
• Generous Retirement Savings Program
• Volunteer, personal, and sick paid time off
• Anniversary program
• Company events
• Employment Assistance Program
• Free parking with electric charging station(s) at most locations

About the Position
The Technician will inspect, test, maintain, repair, manufacture and modify equipment in a timely manner following department quality control and safety standards. The Technician will also provide technical support to MBSE Canada staff and customers and collectively build MBSE Canada as the supplier of choice.

Regular business hours, weekdays 8:00am until 5:00pm, located out of our Eastlake location.

How you’ll contribute

• Liaison between department, customers, and staff.
• Supporting the department with administrative tasks.
• Maintain and repair equipment as required. Equipment maintenance may include performing software upgrades.
• Ensure activities are conducted in a safe manner and according to legislated requirements (e.g., CSA requirements).
• Ensure equipment is of the highest possible quality, is safeguarded and returned to inventory in a timely manner.
• Maintain records in our inventory management system and provide input to repair/service quotes as required.
• Assist in the identification and assessment of new potential specialty equipment for adoption into inventory as required.
• Identify parts requirements and recommend purchase requirements.
• Provide technical support and training to MBSE Canada staff and customers as required.
• Pick, ship, and receive rental equipment as required.
• Carry out all other reasonable duties as assigned by the company.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Basic working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, milling, lathe, or welding equipment. Certification is preferred but not required.
• Some experience with rental operation and technical knowledge of lighting, grip, and cable equipment.
• On-set experience an asset.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate professionally with staff and customers.
• Experience with hand tools and troubleshooting equipment.
• Good problem solving and analytical ability.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience with Occupational Health and Safety legislation and WHMIS.
• Ability to work within the elements
• Class 5, 3 (with air brakes) license preferred but not required

Equal Opportunity & Accommodation
MBSE is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans’ status or any other basis protected by law.Applicants requiring accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process are encouraged to advise accordingly.

How to apply
If you think you’d enjoy the fast-paced environment of a busy rental house, apply today.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants must be legally able to work at the location. No recruiters or agencies, please.