Lighting Technician US

About the Role

Solotech, a global leader in live productions, systems integration, and virtual technology, is seeking a Lighting Technician to join our team of over 2,000 passionate individuals. The role involves preparing equipment for rental, customizing it according to client needs, and ensuring proper storage upon return.

Responsibilities

• Prepare orders of average complexity, scan them, and place them in appropriate transport cases.
• Collaborate with fellow shop technicians to prepare large orders.
• Customize equipment as required by the client, including modifying configuration settings, programming, preparing racks, and installing software/updates.
• Ensure all necessary accessories are included (e.g., wiring, adapters, PSU, gelatin, brackets, remote controls).
• Clean, visually inspect, and perform operation tests on all equipment.
• Upgrade items as needed (e.g., painting, cleaning) and report breakage or missing components to the Shop Technician 3.
• Conduct inventories of requested items and follow company/industry quality and preparation standards.
• Maintain an organized, clean workspace with properly stored and maintained tools.
• Perform all other related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Technical Theater Degree or equivalent field experience.
• Less than one year of experience in an audiovisual equipment workshop or live events industry.
• Knowledge of Live Events and/or rental industry in entertainment and corporate environments (a plus).
• Familiarity with R2 inventory software (an asset).
• Proficiency in Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Skills

• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Well-developed organizational skills.
• Ability to work well with internal and external clients.
• Adaptability to change.
• Capability to work independently and within a team.
• Flexibility in working schedule (an asset).
• Experience in forklift operation.

Physical Requirements

• Continually: Sit, walk, speak, hear, type, write, and read.
• Occasionally: Stand, carry, reach, lift, and push up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

• Warehouse setting with a standard 40-hour workweek.
• Fast-paced environment with varying conditions (dark, cold, hot).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and group insurance plan.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Skills development activities and career advancement opportunities.
• Work environment focused on personal health and well-being.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid time off and referral program.

Solotech is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V.