Film Equipment Technician
Job in
Burnaby, BC, Canada
Listing for:
Sunbelt Rentals
Per diem
position
Listed on 2026-02-13
Job specializations:
-
Maintenance/Cleaning
General Labor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description
Summary
Duties and Key Responsibilities
Equipment Handling & Logistics
Work with fellow technicians to load and unload cranes, remote heads, and related equipment into trailers.Assist teamsters by locating designated trailers
, guiding trailer movements, and helping with truck hook‑ups
.Operate a forklift to move trailers, store gear on pallets, and position equipment safely on shelving.Perform arm swaps on cranes
, including occasional weekend swaps as needed.Manage equipment check‑ins and check‑outs using the Wynne System
.Equipment Maintenance & Shop Care
Clean, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair gear, cranes, remote heads, and trailers to ensure operational readiness.Maintain a clean, organized shop and floor space
, including back‑shop and storage areas.Follow all Sunbelt Rentals safety procedures and requirements
, ensuring safe equipment handling and shop operations.Customer & Team Support
Provide customer service and professional support when key grips, crew, and clients are present in the shop.Communicate and collaborate with on‑set technicians
, assisting with troubleshooting equipment issues remotely or in person when required.Collaborate and communicate with management, CSRs, and logistics teams to coordinate gear movements and job preparation.Support general shop operations with a focus on efficiency, teamwork, and safety
.Inventory & Organization
Maintain accurate inventory management
, ensuring gear is properly tracked, stored, cleaned, and made ready for rentals.Assist in organizational projects
, including labeling, shelving, palletizing, and general shop workflow improvements.Qualifications & Skills
Experience working with film equipment
, cranes, or machinery (preferred).Ability to operate a forklift or willingness to obtain certification.Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort performing minor repairs.Organizational skills with attention to accuracy and detail
.Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in a fast‑paced, physical environment.Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service abilities.Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to Sunbelt safety policiesCarpentry skills considered a strong asset for repairs, builds, and shop/trailer projectsBase 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 for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.
Sunbelt Rentals offers generous benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, wellbeing, and a retirement plan with employer matching contributions in accordance with Sunbelt’s plans, policies, andapplicable agreements (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement).
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