Electrical Associate

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

NBCUniversal is looking for an Electrical Associate person to join our Set Lighting & Grip department as part of our Studio Operations team in Doraville, GA. In this role you will be responsible for pulling and receiving lighting and electric equipment orders for Television and Film productions. 

What You’ll Do:

• Manage lighting and grip inventory records and movement 
• Test, stage, and check-in/out rental equipment 
• Safely prepare/pack equipment for long distance shipping
• Assess equipment condition and check-in upon return; tag inventory requiring repairs
• Maintain clean work areas, free of any hazardous conditions
• Notify immediate supervisor or safety committee members of any unsafe condition(s) or any injury or accident in the workplace 
• Operate forklift/lift trucks, as well as asses working conditions
• Coordinate with SL&G Manager and Rental Agents on day-to-day tasks
• Assist peer warehouse workers and rental agents in resolving outstanding issues
• Load/unload tucks
• Work directly with customers/crew
• Identify process improvement opportunities

Let’s Talk About You…

• Passion for Production – You understand and care about high-end content production and how our businesses fit into the overarching process
• Self-starter – You are motivated, can work with minimal guidance, and can identify helpful resources to get the job done
• Cool Under Pressure – You handle stressful situations with ease and professionalism while juggling multiple stakeholders and competing priorities 
• Communicates with Ease – You have a way with words; written and verbal, regardless of with whom you are communicating

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in production equipment rental process
• Proven computer literacy in inventory tracking systems (i.e., RTPro)

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Knowledge of motion picture and television production support services, including lighting and grip equipment, supplies, and personnel
• Up-to-date forklift/ truck certification
• Thorough knowledge of loading and balancing weight on large trucks/shipments.
• Ability to lift heavy objects
• Ability to work in a team environment in a helpful and positive demeanor 
• Ability to interact with all levels of personnel, including executives, operational supervisors, and front-line crew
• Flexibility to deal with varying priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Consistently exhibits a quest for excellence, striving to constantly improved and develop more efficient systems that produce an improved level of service
• Thorough understanding of emerging LED Technologies
• Strong background in asset management with the ability to ensure maximum utilization of assets across all productions

Additional Requirements:

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.