Film Equipment Technician

Join Our Team! Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition. We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees. As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities! Job Description Summary Sunbelt Rentals’ Film & TV division is growing, and we’re looking for a detail‑oriented Equipment Technician to join our team. If you enjoy hands‑on work, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and want to build a career in the film equipment industry, this is an excellent opportunity to get started. About the Role As a Film & TV Equipment Technician, you’ll ensure our lighting and production gear is clean, functional, safe, and ready to support film sets across the industry. You’ll work closely with our operations and rental teams while gaining valuable skills and experience with professional-grade film equipment. What You’ll Do Clean, inspect, and prepare lighting and production equipment for rental. Process equipment safely and efficiently to manufacturer specifications. Perform basic repairs on lighting units and accessories. Use small tools and apply proper repair techniques. Identify equipment misuse and report concerns to the Triage Supervisor. Complete Loss & Damage forms for review and pricing. Route electronic repair needs to the Electronics Technician. Assist other internal departments as required. Organize warehouse shelving and maintain a neat, accessible workspace. Identify and reallocate sub‑rental equipment to the correct area. Operate warehouse machinery (forklift, order picker, pallet jack) — training provided. Follow all WCB and Sunbelt safety policies. Perform additional duties as needed. What You Bring Knowledge of film industry equipment is an asset—not a requirement. Experience with rental software is helpful. Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask. Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs. Why You’ll Love Working Here Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits program RRSP matching program Paid vacation and sick days Prescription, dental, and vision coverage Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance Safety boots reimbursement Ongoing training and skill development A clear pathway to grow into operations or service management A culture that promotes from within A highly supportive, safety‑driven team environment Ready to Join Us? If you’re looking to start or grow your career in the film equipment rental industry, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today! Base Pay Range 22.89 - 31.47 Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network. Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Enhanced Vacation Time based on Years of Service & 5 Paid Sick Days Leading wages Tuition Reimbursement RRSP Matching Tool and Boot Allowance Career development and advancement Employee Assistance Program Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply. If a current Sunbelt Rentals employee has referred you for an employment opportunity please notify them that you are applying for this position. In order for the employee to get a referral bonus they need to contact their regional recruiter.

The technician is responsible for cleaning, inspecting, and preparing lighting and production equipment for rental while performing basic repairs. They will also maintain warehouse organization and operate machinery to ensure equipment is safe and ready for film sets.

Candidates should have strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines. While film industry experience is an asset, it is not required, and the role involves physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Health insurance • Dental coverage • Vision coverage • Life insurance • Short-term disability insurance • Long-term disability insurance • RRSP matching • Paid vacation • Paid sick days • Safety boots reimbursement • Tuition reimbursement • Employee assistance program • Training and skill development

• Warehouse operationsPreferred
• Forklift operationPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Equipment maintenance
• Lighting equipment
• Warehouse operations
• Forklift operation
• Order picker operation
• Pallet jack operation
• Inventory management
• Repair techniques
• Organizational skills
• Multitasking
• Communication
• Safety compliance
• Rental software
• Technical troubleshooting

• Trades
• Logistics
• Creative & Media
• Construction
• Manufacturing

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week