Are you looking for a job where you can wear many hats and take on different roles from one day to the next? If so, this is for you! No experience required. OVERVIEW As a member of the military, Materiel Management Technicians ensure that all of the supplies and services necessary for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) operations are available when and where they are required. They handle a variety of items such as food, fuel, heavy machinery, spare parts, stationery and clothing. The primary responsibilities of Materiel Management Technicians are to: Manage the purchasing, warehousing, shipping, receiving, stock control and disposal of obsolete stock and equipment Receive, handle and prepare items for shipment Operate military vehicles weighing up to 10 tons and materials-handling equipment such as forklifts Process invoices and prepare shipping documents Order material from internal and external sources and purchase supplies Deliver supplies and provide services to operational units Perform recordkeeping, stocktaking and inventory control Maintain accounting and financial records Process and coordinate repair and disposal functions WORK ENVIRONMENT Materiel Management Technicians may work in Canada or are deployed abroad, in support of Royal Canadian Navy operations. Materiel Management Technicians on board a ship experience the unique challenges that come with living and working at sea. They are also called upon to stand duty watches, perform ship's husbandry duties and other related tasks. Basic Military Qualification The first stage of training is the Basic Military Qualification course, or Basic Training, held at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec. This training provides the core skills and knowledge common to all trades. A goal of this course is to ensure that all recruits maintain the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding. Basic Occupational Qualification Training Materiel Management Technicians attend the Canadian Forces Logistics Training Centre in Borden, Ontario. Training takes approximately 70 days at the apprentice level and covers the following topics within the CAF supply system: Action customer inquiries Requesting, receiving, issuing and warehousing materiel Processing of materiel for repair and disposal Use of materiel handling aids Processing issues and receipts Preservation and packaging of materiel Supply-related administrative and support functions Processing clothing, footwear, for issues, returns or exchanges Available Specialty Training Materiel Management Technicians may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training, including: Instructional Techniques Control of Hazardous Material Hazardous Material Packaging Available Advanced Training As they progress in their career, Materiel Management Technicians who demonstrate the required ability and potential will be offered advanced training. Available courses include: Military Contracts Internal Audit Procedures Personnel Management Material Management Budget Management Business Planning Process Required Education The minimum required education to apply for this job is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary 4 in Quebec. Foreign education may be accepted. Serve with the Reserve Force This position is available for part-time employment with the Primary Reserve at certain locations across Canada. Reserve Force members usually serve part time in their community, and may serve while going to school or working at a civilian job. They are paid during their training. They are not posted or required to do a military move. However, they can volunteer to move to another base. They may also volunteer for deployment on a military mission within or outside Canada. Part Time Employment Material Management Technicians may serve with the Royal Canadian Navy, Canadian Army or Royal Canadian Air Force, ensuring that necessary supplies are available for military training and operations. Material Management Technicians employed on a part-time or casual full-time basis usually serve at a CAF location within Canada. Reserve Force Training Reserve Force members are trained to the same level as their Regular Force counterparts. They usually begin training with their home unit to ensure that they meet the required basic professional military standards. Following basic military training, the home unit will arrange for additional training for specialized skills. Training for Material Management Technicians takes about 70 days and is conducted at the Canadian Forces School of Administration and Logistics in Borden, Ontario. Reserve Working Environment Reserve Force members usually serve part time with their home unit, although they may also serve in full-time positions at some units for fixed terms, depending on the type of work that they do. They are paid 92.8% of Regular Force rates of pay, receive a reasonable benefits package and may qualify to contribute to a pension plan. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Materiel Management Technician with the Air Force Reserve, visit: https://forces.ca/en/career/materiel-management-technician/ . Explore over 100 different career opportunities at www.forces.ca/en/careers .
Opportunity Do you love the sea? Want a career where you can work with your hands? As a Marine Technician in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), you’ll be responsible for operating and maintaining highly technical propulsion, mechanical and power generation systems on Royal Canadian Navy warships. Pay & Benefits Th e CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These include: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304/month for direct entry recruit in the Regular Force. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview The primary responsibilities of Marine Technicians include: Operate all marine systems engineering equipment onboard ship Troubleshoot failures, advise command on limitations and repair as required to restore system function Execute and track maintenance schedules to keep the ship’s engineering equipment in prime condition Respond to emergencies as the onboard experts in firefighting and damage control, including helicopter crash rescue You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website. 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 provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec, including: Grade 10 Academic Math (Mathématiques 426 or CST 4); or Grade 12 Applied Math (Mathématiques 526 or TS 5 / SN 5) Foreign education may be accepted. A General Educational Development (GED) certificate is only acceptable if the applicant also has grade 10 Academic Math or Grade 12 Applied Math. It is an advantage to have completed a physics course at any level. Direct Entry Plan Ideal candidates will already have a diploma or Red Seal for a related civilian trade. If you already have a university or college diploma, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the training criteria for this job and may place you directly into the required on-the-job training program following basic training. Basic training and military occupation training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Marine Technician, visit www.forces.ca, talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at www.forces.ca/en/careers.
Opportunity Are you a tech enthusiast who also loves the outdoors? As a Signal Technician, you’ll specialize in managing communications systems for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in various environments in Canada and around the world. No previous work experience or career-related skills are required. Pay & Benefits The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These include: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304/month for direct entry recruit in the Regular Force. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview A Signal Technicians perform corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, diagnosis, modifications, installations, configurations, inspections and administration for: Wired and Wireless Communications Systems Radio, Satellite and Microwave Broadband Technology Radar Location and Detection Technology Fibre Optic and Copper Wire Broadband Technology Voice and Data Network Defence, Configuration and Administration You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website. 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 Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education) 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. The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec, including: Grade 10 Academic Math (Mathématiques 426 or CST 4) Grade 10 Academic Science Foreign education may be accepted. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Signal Technician, visit www.forces.ca , talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at www.forces.ca/en/careers .
Opportunity Are you looking for a fast-paced job with the opportunity to work with some of the most advanced communication and computer systems in the world? As a Naval Communicator in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), you’ll play an integral role on Canadian destroyers, frigates and submarines. Pay & Benefits The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These include: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304 /month for direct entry recruit in the Regular Force. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview The primary duties of Naval Communicators include: Radio-teletype Satellite, tactical voice and visual communications Classified and unclassified computer networks Radio communication control systems Cryptographic and satellite equipment in support of high speed data and imagery exchanges You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website. 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 Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Québec. Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Plan If you already have a university or college diploma, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may place you directly into the necessary on-the-job training program following basic training. Basic training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Naval Communicator, visit www.forces.ca, talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at www.forces.ca/en/careers.
Are you an expert problem solver who loves a physical challenge? If so, this is for you! No experience required. OVERVIEW Combat Engineers ensure that troops can live, move and fight on the battlefield. They also perform construction and maintenance tasks, operate vehicles and equipment in support of engineer operations, and maintain field installations and facilities. Combat Engineers have the following responsibilities: Construct and maintain roads, airfields, heliports, bridges, causeways, rafts, permanent and temporary buildings Construct field defences and obstacles Provide drinking water by testing, purifying and filtering local supplies and by constructing local distribution systems Detect and dispose of mines and bulk explosives Demolish roads and bridges, and lay minefields to prevent enemy movement Maintain and operate engineering equipment, including weapons, vehicles, heavy equipment and supplies Provide engineer communications on the battlefield WORK ENVIRONMENT Combat Engineers experience the unique adventures and challenges that come with work in the field. Qualified Combat Engineers may apply to Combat Diver Training. When you decide to join the Primary Reserve Force, you will do so through a specific Reserve unit. Outside of training, your chosen Reserve unit will be your workplace on a part time basis, and you will not be obligated to relocate to a different base. As part of the Primary Reserve Force, you typically work one night per week and some weekends as a minimum with possibilities of full-time employment. Basic Military Qualification The first stage of training is the Basic Military Qualification course, or Basic Training. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. A goal of this course is to ensure that all recruits maintain the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding. Basic Occupational Qualification Training Combat Engineers. are required to attend the Canadian Forces School of Military Engineering at Gagetown, New Brunswick for 12 weeks of training in the following subjects: Construction of field defences and obstacles Construction of rafts and bridges Radio communications for combat arms operations Mathematics, military writing, basic military organization, and military history Personal camouflage and camouflage of section positions Operation of troop weapons and section defensive tasks and procedures Basic procedures of rigging and firing of explosive charges, mine laying and booby-trapping Use and care of section tools and safety equipment Available Specialty Training Combat Engineers may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training, including: Combat diver Soils analyst Explosive ordnance disposal Instructional techniques Available Advanced Training As they progress in their career, Combat Engineers who demonstrate the required ability and potential will be offered advanced training. Available courses include: Radio communications — field operations Water supply — advanced Power boat operator Heavy equipment operator Required Education The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec including: Gr 10 Academic Math and Gr 10 Science Foreign education may be accepted. Serve with the Reserve Force This position is available for part-time employment with the Primary Reserve at certain locations across Canada. Reserve Force members usually serve part time at a military unit in their community and at military bases within the region where they live. Reservists may serve while going to school or working at a civilian job. They are paid during their training and are not required to move. However, they can volunteer to move and can also volunteer for deployment opportunities within or outside of Canada. Part Time Employment Combat Engineers serve with the Canadian Army. They perform construction and maintenance tasks, operate vehicles and equipment in support of engineer operations, and maintain field installations and facilities. When they are employed on a part-time or casual full-time basis, they usually serve at a CAF unit located within Canada. Reserve Force Training Reserve Force members are trained to the same level as their Regular Force counterparts. They usually begin training with their home unit to ensure that they meet the required basic professional military standards. Combat Engineers the Canadian Forces School of Military Engineering at Gagetown, New Brunswick for 12 weeks, to achieve their qualification. Reserve Working Environment Reserve Force members usually serve part-time with their home unit for scheduled evenings and weekends, although they may also serve in full-time positions at some units for fixed terms, depending on the type of work that they do. They are paid 92.8 percent of Regular Force rates of pay, receive a reasonable benefits package and may qualify to contribute to a pension plan. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Combat Engineer with the Army Reserve, visit: https://forces.ca/en/career/combat-engineer/ Explore over 100 different career opportunities at www.forces.ca/en/careers.
Opportunity Are you passionate about communications technologies and thrilled by the idea of intercepting messages? As a Signals Intelligence Specialist in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), you’ll become a go-to expert in communications. Service and Benefits for the Military The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These including: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304/month. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Childcare, counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview Signals Intelligence Specialists primary responsibilities include the following: Collecting, processing, analyzing and reporting on electromagnetic activity on radio frequencies using highly sophisticated equipment Managing and protecting computer networks Securing information technology Using and maintaining classified publications You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the jobs.gc.ca website. 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 Quebec (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 Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec, including: Grade 10 Applied Math (Math 416 or CST 4)Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Plan No previous work experience or career-related skills are required. A recruiter can help you decide if your interests and attributes fit. If you already have a university or college diploma, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may place you directly into the necessary on-the-job training program following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Signals Intelligence Specialist, visit www.forces.ca , talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at www.forces.ca/en/careers .
Opportunity Do you want to hold all the power in your hands and ensure that the current never stops flowing? As an Electrical Generation Systems Technician with the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), it is your job to know everything about the machinery you work with and be able to convert mechanical power into electrical voltage, no matter where you are. Pay & Benefits The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These include: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304 /month for direct entry recruit in the Regular Force. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview The primary responsibilities of the Electrical Generation Systems Technicians are to: Install, operate, maintain and repair mobile electrical generators, power plant electrical generators and engine prime movers associated with equipment driven by Construction Engineers Install, operate, maintain and repair Static Uninterruptable Power Systems and Rotary Uninterruptable Power Systems Overhaul electrical generation systems and equipment Produce mechanical and electrical drawings Perform brazing/welding and machining work You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website. 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 occupation is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec including Grade 10 applied math or math 416 / CST 4 in Quebec. Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Plan If you already have a university or college diploma, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may place you directly into the necessary on-the-job training program following basic training. Basic training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming an Electrical Generation Systems Technician, visit www.forces.ca, talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at www.forces.ca/en/careers.
Opportunity Are you driven by seeing the big picture? Do you thrive in a dynamic workplace with opportunities to travel? Material Management Technicians in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) ensure that all the supplies and services necessary for CAF operations are available when and where they are required. Pay & Benefits Th e CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These include: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304 /month for direct entry recruit in the Regular Force. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview As a Material Management Technician, your primary duties include: Manage the purchasing, warehousing, shipping, receiving, stock control and disposal of obsolete stock and equipment Operate military vehicles weighing up to 10 tons and materials-handling equipment such as forklifts Order material from internal and external sources and purchase supplies Deliver supplies and provide services to operational units Perform recordkeeping, stocktaking and inventory control Maintain accounting and financial records You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website. 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 Quebec (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 Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec. 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. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Material Management Technician, visit www.forces.ca, talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at www.forces.ca/en/careers.
Opportunity Are you passionate about communications technologies and thrilled by the idea of intercepting messages? As a Signals Intelligence Specialist in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), you’ll become a go-to expert in communications. Service and Benefits for the Military The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These including: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304/month. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Childcare, counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview Signals Intelligence Specialists primary responsibilities include the following: Collecting, processing, analyzing and reporting on electromagnetic activity on radio frequencies using highly sophisticated equipment Managing and protecting computer networks Securing information technology Using and maintaining classified publications You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the jobs.gc.ca website. 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 Quebec (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 Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec, including: Grade 10 Applied Math (Math 416 or CST 4)Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Plan No previous work experience or career-related skills are required. A recruiter can help you decide if your interests and attributes fit. If you already have a university or college diploma, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may place you directly into the necessary on-the-job training program following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Signals Intelligence Specialist, visit www.forces.ca , talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at www.forces.ca/en/careers .
Opportunity Do you have a passion for being on the road (and off-road)? Do you enjoy working with all types of vehicles? Mobile Support Equipment Operators in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) operate military vehicles ranging in size from standard automobiles to snow removal equipment and all-terrain vehicles. No previous work experience or career-related skills are required. Pay & Benefits Th e CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well-supported. These include: Competitive salary starting from $3,614-$5,304 /month for direct entry recruit in the Regular Force. Possible signing bonus. Paid education and training opportunities. Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Counseling, and relocation support services. Pension plan. Overview As a Mobile Support Equipment Operator, your primary duties include: Operate buses, automobiles, trucks and tractor-trailers Operate specialized mobile equipment such as fuelling tankers, snowplows, tractors and all-terrain vehicles Receive, load, secure and unload materiel and equipment transported by road Provide transportation support for combat and field operations Maintain equipment in serviceable condition by cleaning, inspecting and correcting minor faults Prepare dispatch schedules and coordinate user requirements for vehicles and equipment You may find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website. 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 Quebec (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 Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec. 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. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Mobile Support Equipment Operator, visit www.forces.ca, talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at www.forces.ca/en/careers.
