Job Description & How to Apply Below
Are you detail-oriented and calm under pressure? As an Ammunition Technician in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), you’ll ensure the safe storage, handling and disposal of ammunition and explosives in support of operations in Canada and abroad.
This position is available full-time.
Pay & Benefits
The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well supported. These include:
Competitive salary starting from $4,337 - $6,413/month for new recruits who join the Regular Force under the Direct Entry plan
New pay increases: earn more from the start
Recruiting allowance of up to $50,000 paid in installments at key service milestones
Training opportunities
Vacation, parental, and other types of paid leave
Health, dental, and vision coverage
Counseling, and relocation support services
Pension plan
Stimulating workplace that promotes respect, belonging, and work-life balance
Overview
As an Ammunition Technician, your primary duties are to:
Provide advice on all ammunition and explosive safety matters
Manage the storage of ammunition and explosives
Prepare and ship ammunition and explosives
Perform render safe and disposal procedures on explosive ordinances
Conduct improvised explosive devices disposal operations
Operate equipment in support of operations
You will find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the website.
This position is similar to the following:
Engineering and regulatory inspectors
Material handlers
Civilian Ammunition Technician
Civilian Explosive Ordnance Disposal Range Clearance Operator
To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must:
Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Canada;
Be at least 18 years old (17 years old with parental consent), except:
For the Paid Education programs, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent);
For the Primary Reserve, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) and must be enrolled as a full-time student;
Have completed at least Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education).
Required Education
The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Gr 10 high school, Secondary 4 in Quebec or equivalent secondary school education.
Foreign education may be accepted.
Direct Entry Plan
No previous work experience or career related skills are required. CAF recruiters can help you decide if your personal interests and attributes match the criteria for this occupation.
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Job Type: Full-time
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