Fabric Associate in Burnaby at Sunbelt Rentals

Job Description

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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

Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of movie production? Sunbelt Film & TV, previously known as William F. White International Inc. (“WFW), the largest movie equipment rental company, is looking for a Fabric Associate to join us. With offices across the country, Sunbelt Film & TV services productions of all sizes from coast to coast and houses an extensive state-of-the-art inventory. Our job is to help bring the magic of storytelling to life, by supporting our clients as their go-to Partners in Production.

The Fabric Associate ensures fabric orders are proceeded in a safe and efficient manner to meet manufacturer’s specifications. And this a full-time, permanent position located in Burnaby.

Responsibilities as Fabric Associate

• Assist in pulling fabric orders based on production request and label bags by product type and by job name to aid in identification.
• Perform minor repairs to fabric by patching holes and replacing sash.
• Wash and dry fabric as needed to ensure the quality and serviceability of the product is maintained.
• Assist in the Grading of the fabric’s quality and processing of all forms of flags, nets, and frames daily.
• Keeps manager of inventory control appraised of all unresolved and/or potential problems that would negatively affect inventory.
• Advise Supervisor, Grip Dept. of problems arising due to improper use of gear and technical issues with interoffice transfers.
• Provide Supervisor, Grip Dept. with detailed breakdown and photographic evidence of all Loss and Damages as applied
• Other duties as required.

Education/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities you may rely on:  

• Working knowledge of RTPro as rental track tool
• Understanding and knowledge of fabric as film equipment
• Ability to work under pressure, and to tight deadlines.
• Excellent numeric skills
• Sewing skills are an asset

We Support our Team before anything else - Join us, you will be able to

• Enjoy competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits program
  • Prescription, paid sick day & vacation, vision coverage, short- & long-term disability coverage 
  • Group RRSP plan, company-wide profit-sharing program
  • Tuition & Fitness reimbursement; Boots Allowance program
• Develop new skills for a career track in equipment rental industry
  • We promote from within; you can explore your career to level up and get prepared for various roles
• Work with incredible team of people in a safety-driven culture
  • Social committee with various events; We act with integrity and follow through on our commitments with high level of engagement
  • We strive to build safe, healthy, inclusive, and sustainable communities

The physical demands of this role require bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, lifting 50 pounds or more, and working indoors/outdoors when required by the job. The above description is not a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day. Reasonable accommodation may be made to comply with applicable laws.

Sunbelt Film & TV requires applicants to undergo a background verification process prior to commencing employment with the company. Employment with Sunbelt Film & TV is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check.

Sunbelt Film & TV is an equal opportunity employer — women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal peoples, and visible minorities are welcome to apply. 

If this sounds like your #dreamjob, then hit the apply button with your best resume!

Base Pay Range: $21.28 - $24.50

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit

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, and applicable agreements (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement).

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