Technical Specialist (Meeting Equipment Setup)

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Technical Specialist (Meeting Equipment Setup) to join our Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) group. ETS leads the delivery of technology infrastructure services across the organization, including data processing centers, networks, mainframes, servers, end-user technology, and meeting technology services. In this role, you will support the successful delivery of live streams, high-visibility meetings, events, and audiovisual technology services. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical background, experience with audio and video production, and a customer-focused approach to troubleshooting and support. This includes supporting scheduling, equipment setup, and operating cameras, lighting, audio equipment, video conferencing tools, and related systems.

You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team and contribute to technology services that support a global organization. If you are a creative problem-solver with a passion for technology and a commitment to delivering high-quality service, we encourage you to apply.

Position Responsibilities:

• Manage and support the production of live streams and events. 
• Monitor complex and high-visibility meetings to help ensure a seamless experience for participants. 
• Respond to critical issues requiring high-priority meeting support. 
• Resolve escalated meeting scheduling and room reservation issues. 
• Assist with testing video conferencing and audiovisual equipment for new room setups and relocations. 
• Respond to support requests received through trouble ticketing systems, email, and SMS alerts. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to video conferencing and audiovisual equipment. 
• Participate in the development and implementation of new meeting technology and audiovisual initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• 3 or more years of experience with Information Systems, Television, Broadcasting, or a related field. 
• 3 or more years of experience in a technical support or technical customer service position. 
• 3 or more years of experience with implementation, administration, and support of audiovisual and other broadcast technologies. 
• Experience with video conferencing and related hardware and software. 
• Experience with video recording and streaming solutions, video and audio editing, and production.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of networking and video/VoIP protocols and their implementation. 
• Experience resolving systemic and end-user issues in a VoIP/video network in a customer-facing environment.

When you join our team: 

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.  
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.  
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.  

The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [email protected].

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Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [email protected] for the salary range for your location.

Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

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