Armour Soldier

Overview
As a member of the military, Armour Soldiers operate and maintain armoured fighting vehicles, their weapon systems and communication equipment. They are part of the Combat Arms team, which also includes Infantry, Artillery and Combat Engineering regiments.

Responsibilities

Drive and maintain the AFV

Fire the AFV’s main gun

Load the AFV’s main gun and machine guns

Operate surveillance equipment

Maintain the communications equipment

Gather and relay information about the enemy and the terrain

Destroy enemy targets with direct fire

Work Environment
Armour Soldiers experience the unique adventures and challenges that come with working in the field and on deployments to other countries. If you choose a career in the Regular Force, upon completion of all required training you will be assigned to a base, with possible relocations. If you join the Primary Reserve Force, you will serve in a specific Reserve unit on a part‑time basis, typically one night per week and some weekends, with potential full‑time opportunities.

Entry Plans
No previous work experience or career‑related skills are required. CAF recruiters can help determine if your interests and attributes match the criteria for this occupation. The minimum education required is completion of Grade 10 or Secondary 4 in Quebec. Foreign education may also be accepted.

Training – Basic & Core
The first stage is the Basic Military Qualification course, held at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School. Afterward, Armour Soldiers attend the Combat Training Centre for 12 weeks where they learn:

Army physical fitness

Mounted and dismounted reconnaissance patrolling

Advanced weapons handling

Individual field craft

Driving and maintaining tanks and LAVs

Firing and maintaining weapon systems used in Canadian AFVs

Identifying Canadian and foreign military vehicles, aircraft, and equipment

Using tactical command‑and‑control communications equipment

Organization, roles, doctrine, and tactics of armour and reconnaissance

History and traditions of the Royal Canadian Armoured Corps

Specialized & Advanced Training Opportunities

Uncrewed Aerial System (UAS) Operator

Assault Troop

Direct Fire Gunnery Instructor

Arctic Operations Advisor

Army Direct Fire Specialist

Chemical Biological Radiation and Nuclear Defence Advisor

Assault Troop Leader

UAS Detachment Commander

Crew Commander

Part‑Time Options
This position is available for part‑time employment with the Primary Reserve across Canada. Reserve Force members usually serve part‑time with a local unit, can work while attending school or holding a civilian job, and are paid during training. They are not required to relocate but may volunteer for deployment.

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