Specialized members of the Canadian Armed Forces

Specialized members of the Canadian Armed Forces provide critical technological support for military armament. They are primarily responsible for the maintenance, inspection and technical support of all Canadian Army equipment. They also follow the military and strategic policies established by the leadership of the Canadian Army, the Royal Canadian Airforce, and the Royal Canadian Navy.

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Salary Information

National wage data for this occupation

Entry-level

CA$25.15

/hr

Typical

CA$35.43

/hr

Experienced

CA$45.45

/hr

Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.

Examples

Illustrative Examples

air weapons systems technician
ammunition technician
weapons engineering technician
weapons technician

All Examples

air weapons systems technician
ammunition technician
electronic-optronic technician
naval electronics technician
weapons engineering technician
weapons technician

Main Duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Certify ammunition, explosive items, munitions and non-munitions scrap to different degrees of classification
Inspect, test, identify faults, adjust, repair, recondition and modify electrical, electromechanical, electronic, electro-optic and mechanical equipment, optical instruments, and control systems for weapons and missiles
Maintain and repair machine-guns and non-guided anti-tank weapons, grenade projectors, mortars and launcher systems
Test, inspect and repair air weapons systems
Compile test logs, evaluation reports, equipment maintenance documentation and read and interpret electronic drawings.

Requirements

Employment Requirements

Completion of secondary school is required.
Three months of basic military training is required and provided.
Occupational qualification training of at least two years is required.
Specialized training in the operation and maintenance of military equipment and systems is provided.