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Technician In Charge
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310T Licensed Technician
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Mechanic
First Transit Canada, Vancouver, BC
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Mechanic
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Mechanical - Fire Protection Designer
MountainCrest Personnel Inc., Vancouver, BC
Mechanical - Fire Protection Designer:  Harvey 2573 We are currently seeking a self-motivated, hardworking Mechanical Fire Protection Designer to join our Vancouver, BC office.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to gain valuable hands-on work experience in a dynamic, team-based working environment, as well as grow and develop their professional career within the consulting industry. What we are looking for:Assist with the preparation of drawings and schematics.Coordinate with other consulting disciplines to ensure drawing integrity and completeness.Work with project team and Project Manager to ensure on-time project completion.Escalate resource issues to the appropriate Project Manager.Review architectural and structural drawings.Perform system hydraulic calculations.Arrange sprinklers on the drawings in accordance with current NFPA standards.Verify drawings in accordance with established procedures.Work with contractors and respond to technical inquiries.Provide technical and administrative support through all phases of the project.Help establish and promote client relationships.Strive to ensure quality and timely delivery of finished products to clients.Overtime as required. Qualifications, Experience and Education:Completion of post-secondary education in a related field such as Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Building Systems Technology.Working towards obtaining Applied Science Technologist & Technicians designation or Professional Engineers designation in British Columbia.3 - 5 years of relevant work experience in the design of building fire protection systems.Background developing construction documents using AutoCAD and/or Revit.Familiar with bid and tendering process.Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint.Experience working with customers and client base.Experience working in a team-based environment.Experience in site investigations and construction review is considered an asset.Experience in the design of water-based sprinkler protection systems.Previous experience with laying out and hydraulically sizing the fire protection system using commercially available software (ie. Tyco FOT and Elite Sprinkler). Required Skills:Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Proven ability to meet deadlines/successful completion of deliverables.Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization, including executives.Able to communicate ideas and recommendations to non-engineer team members in a clear manner.Knowledge of Canadian Engineering standards.Advanced working knowledge of the provincial building code and NFPA standards.High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning.Excellent time management skills and project management skills.Ability to work under pressure.Analytical, thorough, resourceful and detail oriented.Team and customer service focused.Self-motivated, hardworking, flexible.  This is a full-time position.Salary is open depending on experience.Benefits package available after 3 monthsThe opportunity to work on significant, innovative, and sustainable projects.Career development opportunities, including mentorship and training.Collaboration with other team members across CanadaComprehensive health and dental benefitsRRSP matching.Professional development fees covered.  
Intermediate Mechanical Fire Protection Designer
MountainCrest Personnel Inc., Vancouver, BC
Intermediate Mechanical Fire Protection Designer: Harvey 2585 The opportunity:We are currently seeking a self-motivated, hardworking Intermediate Mechanical Fire Protection Designer to join our Vancouver, BC office.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to gain valuable hands-on work experience in a dynamic, team-based working environment, as well as grow and develop their professional career within the consulting industry. What we are looking for:Assist with the preparation of drawings and schematics.Coordinate with other consulting disciplines to ensure drawing integrity and completeness.Work with project team and Project Manager to ensure on-time project completion.Escalate resource issues to the appropriate Project Manager.Review architectural and structural drawings.Perform system hydraulic calculations.Arrange sprinklers on the drawings in accordance with current NFPA standards.Verify drawings in accordance with established procedures.Work with contractors and respond to technical inquiries.Provide technical and administrative support through all phases of the project.Help establish and promote client relationships.Strive to ensure quality and timely delivery of finished products to clients.Overtime as required. Qualifications, Experience and Education:Completion of post-secondary education in a related field such as Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Building Systems Technology.Working towards obtaining Applied Science Technologist & Technicians designation or Professional Engineers designation in British Columbia.3 to 7 years of relevant work experience in the design of building fire protection systems.Background developing construction documents using AutoCAD and/or Revit.Familiar with bid and tendering process.Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint.Experience working with customers and client base.Experience working in a team-based environment.Experience in site investigations and construction review is considered an asset.Experience in the design of water-based sprinkler protection systems.Previous experience with laying out and hydraulically sizing the fire protection system using commercially available software (i.e.. Tyco FOT and Elite Sprinkler).Required Skills:Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Proven ability to meet deadlines/successful completion of deliverables.Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization, including executives.Able to communicate ideas and recommendations to non-engineer team members in a clear manner.Knowledge of Canadian Engineering standards.Advanced working knowledge of the provincial building code and NFPA standards.High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning.Excellent time management skills and project management skills.Ability to work under pressure.Analytical, thorough, resourceful and detail oriented.Team and customer service focused.Self-motivated, hardworking, flexible.  This is a full-time position.Salary is open depending on experience. Benefits package after 3 months: The opportunity to work on significant, innovative, and sustainable projects.Career development opportunities, including mentorship and training.Collaboration with team members across Canada.Comprehensive health and dental benefits.RRSP matching.Professional development fees covered.  
Engineer Officer
Canadian Armed Forces, Ottawa, ON
OpportunityAre you a problem-solver looking for a challenging job that supports others? Engineer Officers in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) serve as central figures in every military mission to help the Army live, move and fight.Overview Engineer Officers are members of the Corps of Royal Canadian Engineers. Together with the Armour, Infantry and Artillery, Engineer Officers are an integral part of the Combat Arms.The primary responsibility of Engineer Officers is combat readiness. They are responsible for the following:Constructing Habitable CampsBreaching MinefieldsUsing Explosives to Destroy Roads/BridgesConstructing Bridges/FerriesBuilding Combat RoadsDisposing of ExplosivesConstructing ObstaclesTo 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 12 or Secondaire V in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education).Paid Education OptionsRegular Officer Training PlanSince Regular Force CAF officers are required to obtain a university degree, the CAF will pay successful recruits to complete a bachelor's program in the Royal Military College system. Recruits will receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental benefits, and paid vacation time, in exchange for working in the CAF for a period of time. Typically, candidates enter the Canadian Military College system as officer cadets and they study subjects relevant to both their military and academic careers. In rare instances, based on the needs of the CAF, candidates may be approved to attend another Canadian University, determined on a case-by-case basis. If you want to apply for this program, you must apply to the CAF. It is highly recommended to apply to other Canadian universities of your choice should you not be accepted for the Regular Officer Training Plan. Work EnvironmentEngineer Officers are employed at bases and stations across Canada and deployed on operations around the world. They experience the unique adventures and challenges that come with working in different environments and in various terrains and climates, including Arctic tundra, tropical jungles, deserts, mountains, urban complexes and more.Basic Military Officer Qualification After enrolment, you attend Basic Training at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, for 12 weeks. Topics covered include:General Military KnowledgeThe Principles of LeadershipRegulations and Customs of the ForcesBasic Weapons HandlingFirst AidOpportunities will also be provided to apply such newly acquired military skills in training exercises involving force protection, field training, navigation and leadership. A rigorous physical fitness program is a vital part of Basic Training to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable.Following Basic Training, official second language training may be offered to you. Training could take from two to nine months to complete depending on your ability in your second language.After Basic Training, Engineer Officers attend the Infantry School at the Combat Training Centre in Gagetown, New Brunswick. They build upon their previous training and develop the skills required of all Combat Arms soldiers, including more advanced weapons handling, field craft and section-level tactics. Engineer Officer TrainingEngineer Officers attend the Canadian Forces School of Military Engineering in Gagetown, New Brunswick.For the first two and a half months, training focuses on basic combat engineering skills, including topics like:Basic DemolitionsMine WarfareObstacle ConstructionField FortificationsDismounted Infantry Tactics at the Platoon LevelA final three-week field deployment to assess the Officer’s ability to lead a troopThe final nine months of training concentrates on reconnaissance, planning and troop-level combat engineer tasks. Topics include:Bridge BuildingMinefield ConstructionBooby-Trap ClearanceRoute DenialBridge DemolitionCombat Road Repair and ConstructionDefensive WorksTimber and Rope Field MachinesDestruction of Battlefield MunitionsConstruction of Temporary CampsBreaching Various Obstacles in the Face of the EnemyA final comprehensive four-week field deployment to assess all skills Specialty TrainingEngineer Officers may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like:Mapping and Geodesic Support to Joint OperationsInfrastructure Engineering to Garrison and Deployed InstallationsTechnical Engineering to Support the Procurement and Management of Equipment Direct Entry Officer PlanIdeal candidates will already have a diploma. If you 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 any on-the-job training program that is required, following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned.Please note that, if successful in the application process, you will be entering service in either the Regular Force (full-time employment) or Primary Reserve Force (part-time employment) of the Canadian Armed Forces as a military member.• Regular Force: Upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career.• Primary Reserve Force: You will be joining the Primary Reserve Force 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 with possibilities of full-time employment.To learn more about the various ways to join the Canadian Armed Forces, visit: https://forces.ca/en/how-to-join/#wjJoin the CAFTo learn more about becoming an Aerospace Telecommunications and Information 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.
Aviation Systems Technician
Canadian Armed Forces, Oromocto, NB
OpportunityAre you interested in engineering and working hands-on with aircraft? A career in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) as an Aviation Systems Technician lets you handle, service and maintain CAF aircraft, ground equipment and associated support facilities.Overview Aviation Systems Technicians are responsible for maintaining aircraft aviation systems, like propulsion, airframe, basic electrical and all related components, as well as:Testing, inspecting and repairing aviation systemsPerforming quality assurance checksPreparing and maintaining aircraft forms and statistical dataPerforming first-line servicing tasks such as marshalling, parking, towing, starting, refuelling, cleaning and de-icingOperating aircraft support equipmentTo be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must:Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in CanadaBe 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 studentHave completed at least Grade 10 or Secondaire IV in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education)Paid Education OptionsNon-commissioned Subsidized Training and Education ProgramBecause this position requires specialty training, the CAF will pay successful recruits to attend the diploma program at an approved Canadian college. Non-commissioned Subsidized Training and Education Program students attend Basic Training and on-the-job training during the summer months. They receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental care, along with full pay in exchange for working with the CAF for a period of time. If you choose to apply to this program, you must apply both to the CAF and the appropriate college.Work EnvironmentAviation Systems Technicians work at air bases in aircraft maintenance organizations, in maintenance hangers, in airborne aircraft and on the flight line. They may also work with tactical helicopter field units and on ships. Technicians will sometimes be required to work shifts and periods of overtime and can work in CAF wings and bases within Canada, the Arctic, and locations around the world in response to NATO and UN commitments. Basic Military QualificationThe 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, Québec, or through various training establishments across Canada from Esquimalt, British Columbia, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. One main goal of this course is to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Aviation Systems Technicians TrainingAviation Systems Technicians attend training at the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering in Borden, Ontario, where they complete Common Core: eight weeks of common mechanical and aircraft servicing training. After some time at a squadron, they will return to Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering and take their Trade Training over 23 weeks. This includes:Theory of flight (fixed and rotary wing)Basic electricalAircraft structuresPropulsion systemsWiring and solderingAircraft servicingAircraft instrumentationAircraft publicationsAircraft safetyFlight controlsHydraulic, fuel, brake and de-icing systemsEnvironment control systemsAvailable Specialty TrainingAviation Systems Technicians may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like:Instructional TechniqueAircraft Specific Type CoursesAircraft Engine Type CoursesLife Cycle Materiel ManagementAircraft Fluid HandlingCorrosion Identification and ControlTechnical WritingTechnical Inspection and Quality AssuranceFlight Safety Investigators CourseAvailable Advanced TrainingAs they progress in their career, Aviation Systems Technicians who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include:Technical AdministrationLeadership and Management CoursesRequired Education The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondaire IV in Quebec, including: Grade 10 Applied Math (Mathématiques 416 or Cultural, Social and Technical 4)Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Officer PlanIdeal 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 criteria for this job and may optimize your progression following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned.Please note that, if successful in the application process, you will be entering service in either the Regular Force (full-time employment) or Primary Reserve Force (part-time employment) of the Canadian Armed Forces as a military member.• Regular Force: Upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career.• Primary Reserve Force: You will be joining the Primary Reserve Force 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 with possibilities of full-time employment.To learn more about the various ways to join the Canadian Armed Forces, visit: https://forces.ca/en/how-to-join/#wjJoin the CAFTo learn more about becoming an Aviation 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.
Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officer
Canadian Armed Forces, Halifax, NS
OpportunityAre you an engineer looking to become a leader in your field? As an Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officer in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), you’ll sharpen your skills to their finest point through unique conditions and changing environments. Overview Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers maintain and support all Army equipment and land-based equipment of the Royal Canadian Navy and the Royal Canadian Air Force. They are commissioned members of the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Branch of the CAF.Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers lead the soldier technicians who keep equipment in top condition and work in every equipment life-cycle phase, from design, evaluation and acquisition, to in-service support, to eventual disposal. They use their specialized engineering knowledge to lead a team of highly skilled technicians in the Vehicle, Weapon, Electronic-Optronic and Materials occupations.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 12 or Secondaire V in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education).Paid Education OptionsRegular Officer Training PlanSince Regular Force CAF officers are required to obtain a university degree, the CAF will pay successful recruits to complete a bachelor’s program in the Royal Military College system. Recruits will receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental benefits, and paid vacation time, in exchange for working in the CAF for a period of time. Typically, candidates enter the Canadian Military College system as officer cadets and they study subjects relevant to both their military and academic careers. In rare instances, based on the needs of the CAF, candidates may be approved to attend another Canadian university, determined on a case-by-case basis. If you want to apply for this program, you must apply to the CAF. It is highly recommended to apply to other Canadian universities of your choice should you not be accepted for the Regular Officer Training Plan.Work EnvironmentElectrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers are employed at bases and garrisons across Canada and deployed on operations around the world. In the field or on deployment, they may work outdoors.Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers are generally posted to a large workshop to start, where they lead a group of up to 30 technicians who maintain a wide range of equipment. Under the guidance and supervision of more senior officers, they make the technical, administrative and training decisions for their team.Basic Military Officer Qualification After enrolment, you attend Basic Training at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, for 12 weeks. Topics covered include:General Military KnowledgeThe Principles of LeadershipRegulations and Customs of the ForcesBasic Weapons HandlingFirst AidOpportunities will also be provided to apply such newly acquired military skills in training exercises involving force protection, field training, navigation and leadership. A rigorous physical fitness program is a vital part of Basic Training to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable.Following Basic Training, second official language training may be offered to you. Training could take from two to nine months to complete depending on your ability in your second language.After Basic Training, Engineer Officers attend the Infantry School at the Combat Training Centre in Gagetown, New Brunswick. They build upon their previous training and develop the skills required of all Army officers, including more advanced weapons handling, field craft and section-level tactics. They also continue the rigorous fitness training and sports program. Electrical and Mechanical Engineering TrainingElectrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers then apply their engineering and field skills to military technology and maintenance operations. Through classroom instruction and practical work, they will learn topics like:Maintenance Engineering Requirements of Combat and Special-Purpose VehiclesLand Weapons, Electronic and Optronic SensorsInstrumentation and Communications SystemsSafe Handling and Storage of Petroleum Products and AmmunitionThroughout the final stages of training, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers learn the tactical deployment of a Maintenance Company comprising about 200 soldier maintainers and 100 vehicles. They control and plan the workload of a maintenance organization and handle the unit-level personnel administration. Specialty TrainingElectrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like:Ammunition Technical OfficerNuclear EngineeringGuided Weapons SystemsAvailable Advanced TrainingAs they progress in their career, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include Advanced Ammunition Engineering. Direct Entry Officer PlanIdeal candidates will already have a diploma. If you 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 any on-the-job training program that is required, following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned.Please note that, if successful in the application process, you will be entering service in either the Regular Force (full-time employment) or Primary Reserve Force (part-time employment) of the Canadian Armed Forces as a military member.• Regular Force: Upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career.• Primary Reserve Force: You will be joining the Primary Reserve Force 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 with possibilities of full-time employment.To learn more about the various ways to join the Canadian Armed Forces, visit: https://forces.ca/en/how-to-join/#wjJoin the CAFTo learn more about becoming an Aerospace Telecommunications and Information 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.
Marine Technician
Canadian Armed Forces, Saint-Hubert, QC
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. Overview Marine Technicians are trained to specialize in either the mechanical or electrical fields as their careers progress. Primarily, they operate all marine systems engineering equipment onboard the ship, troubleshoot failures, advise command on limitations and complete repairs as required to restore system function. They execute and track maintenance schedules, respond to emergencies as the onboard experts in firefighting and damage control, participate in helicopter crash rescue and act as the ship’s metal workers to carry out burning, welding and machining. Marine Technicians will gain in-depth knowledge of the following: Propulsion gas turbines and diesel engines Generators and power distribution systems Hydraulic equipment and systems Electronic machinery control systems Fitted and portable damage control and firefighting equipment Refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation equipment Fuel and other liquid management systems 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 Reserves—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 Secondaire IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Paid Education OptionsNon-commissioned Member (NCM) Subsidized Training and Education Program (STEP)Because this position requires specialty training, the CAF will pay successful recruits to attend the diploma program at an approved Canadian college. NCM STEP students attend basic training and on-the-job training during the summer months. They receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental care, along with full pay in exchange for working with the CAF for a period of time. If you choose to apply to this program, you must apply both to the CAF and the appropriate college. Work EnvironmentMarine Technicians spend much of their career on board ships based in either Halifax, Nova Scotia, or Esquimalt, British Columbia. They will work in limited light conditions and small spaces. They may also work on open deck surfaces in a variety of weather conditions to repair or maintain equipment. Marine Technicians usually work a regular day-shift schedule. 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, Québec, or through various training establishments across Canada from Esquimalt, British Columbia, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. One main goal of this course is to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Naval Environmental Training Naval recruits attend Naval Fleet School Pacific in Esquimalt, British Columbia, or Naval Fleet School Atlantic in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for approximately five weeks. Training includes the following topics:Perform General Duties in the Naval EnvironmentPerform as a Member of the Force Protection TeamPerform as a Member of the Damage Control OrganizationCarry Out Survival Drills Marine Technician Training Marine Technicians attend Naval Fleet School Pacific in Esquimalt, British Columbia. Training takes several months and includes:Basic Mechanical, Electrical and Hull Systems TheoryBasic Preventive and Corrective Maintenance for Marine Systems The Conduct of Propulsion and Ancillary Rounds Equipment Flash-Up and Shut-Down ProceduresBasic Emergency Responses to Equipment FailuresEmergency Burning and Welding Equipment and ProceduresRepair of Watertight and Non-Watertight Closures Available Specialty Training Marine Technicians may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like:Helicopter Crash Rescue FirefightingWeldingFabrication / MachiningDiesel InspectionGas Turbine Maintenance Available Advanced TrainingAs they progress in their career, Marine Technicians who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include:Advanced Mechanical or Electrical Preventive / Corrective Maintenance Plant Operation and Watch SupervisionAdvanced Firefighting / Damage ControlRefit ManagementEquipment Lifecycle ManagementMaintenance ManagementRequired EducationThe 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 PlanIdeal 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. Please note that, if successful in the application process, you will be entering service in either the Regular Force (full-time employment) or Primary Reserve Force (part-time employment) of the Canadian Armed Forces as a military member.• Regular Force: Upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career.• Primary Reserve Force: You will be joining the Primary Reserve Force 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 with possibilities of full-time employment.To learn more about the various ways to join the Canadian Armed Forces, visit: https://forces.ca/en/how-to-join/#wjJoin the CAFTo 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.
Marine Technician
Canadian Armed Forces, Surrey, BC
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. Overview Marine Technicians are trained to specialize in either the mechanical or electrical fields as their careers progress. Primarily, they operate all marine systems engineering equipment onboard the ship, troubleshoot failures, advise command on limitations and complete repairs as required to restore system function. They execute and track maintenance schedules, respond to emergencies as the onboard experts in firefighting and damage control, participate in helicopter crash rescue and act as the ship’s metal workers to carry out burning, welding and machining. Marine Technicians will gain in-depth knowledge of the following: Propulsion gas turbines and diesel engines Generators and power distribution systems Hydraulic equipment and systems Electronic machinery control systems Fitted and portable damage control and firefighting equipment Refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation equipment Fuel and other liquid management systems 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 Reserves—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 Secondaire IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Paid Education OptionsNon-commissioned Member (NCM) Subsidized Training and Education Program (STEP)Because this position requires specialty training, the CAF will pay successful recruits to attend the diploma program at an approved Canadian college. NCM STEP students attend basic training and on-the-job training during the summer months. They receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental care, along with full pay in exchange for working with the CAF for a period of time. If you choose to apply to this program, you must apply both to the CAF and the appropriate college. Work EnvironmentMarine Technicians spend much of their career on board ships based in either Halifax, Nova Scotia, or Esquimalt, British Columbia. They will work in limited light conditions and small spaces. They may also work on open deck surfaces in a variety of weather conditions to repair or maintain equipment. Marine Technicians usually work a regular day-shift schedule. 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, Québec, or through various training establishments across Canada from Esquimalt, British Columbia, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. One main goal of this course is to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Naval Environmental Training Naval recruits attend Naval Fleet School Pacific in Esquimalt, British Columbia, or Naval Fleet School Atlantic in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for approximately five weeks. Training includes the following topics:Perform General Duties in the Naval EnvironmentPerform as a Member of the Force Protection TeamPerform as a Member of the Damage Control OrganizationCarry Out Survival Drills Marine Technician Training Marine Technicians attend Naval Fleet School Pacific in Esquimalt, British Columbia. Training takes several months and includes:Basic Mechanical, Electrical and Hull Systems TheoryBasic Preventive and Corrective Maintenance for Marine Systems The Conduct of Propulsion and Ancillary Rounds Equipment Flash-Up and Shut-Down ProceduresBasic Emergency Responses to Equipment FailuresEmergency Burning and Welding Equipment and ProceduresRepair of Watertight and Non-Watertight Closures Available Specialty Training Marine Technicians may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like:Helicopter Crash Rescue FirefightingWeldingFabrication / MachiningDiesel InspectionGas Turbine Maintenance Available Advanced TrainingAs they progress in their career, Marine Technicians who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include:Advanced Mechanical or Electrical Preventive / Corrective Maintenance Plant Operation and Watch SupervisionAdvanced Firefighting / Damage ControlRefit ManagementEquipment Lifecycle ManagementMaintenance ManagementRequired EducationThe 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 PlanIdeal 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. Please note that, if successful in the application process, you will be entering service in either the Regular Force (full-time employment) or Primary Reserve Force (part-time employment) of the Canadian Armed Forces as a military member.• Regular Force: Upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career.• Primary Reserve Force: You will be joining the Primary Reserve Force 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 with possibilities of full-time employment.To learn more about the various ways to join the Canadian Armed Forces, visit: https://forces.ca/en/how-to-join/#wjJoin the CAFTo 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.
Avionics Systems Technician
Canadian Armed Forces, Saskatoon, SK
OpportunityDo you love flying, engineering and working as part of a team? A career in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) as an Avionics Systems Technician carries the responsibility of maintaining all electronic systems onboard CAF aircraft. OverviewAs part of the Aircraft Maintenance Team, the Avionics Systems Technician is responsible for first-line servicing operations in launching and recovering all types of aircraft. The primary responsibilities are:Carrying out performance tests, and preventive/corrective maintenance and calibration of the following systems and their associated components:Aircraft communicationIntercomSearch radarFire control radarAcoustic sensingInfra-red radarElectronic warfareNavigationCompassFlight control systemsAutomatic flight control systemsElectrical wiring interconnection systemSetting up and operating test equipment to maintain the above systemsOperating and maintaining computer-controlled automatic test stationsServing as an instructor in field technical training units, training squadrons or basic training unitsPreparing and maintaining aircraft forms and statistical dataOperating aircraft support equipmentPerforming first-line servicing tasks such as marshalling, parking, towing, starting, refuelling, cleaning and de-icing To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must:Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in CanadaBe 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 studentHave completed at least Grade 10 or Secondaire IV in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education) Paid Education OptionsNon-commissioned Member Subsidized Training and Education ProgramBecause this position requires specialty training, the CAF will pay successful recruits to attend the diploma program at an approved Canadian college. Non-commissioned Member Subsidized Training and Education Program students attend Basic Training and on-the-job training during the summer months. They receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental care, along with full pay in exchange for working with the CAF for a period of time. If you choose to apply to this program, you must apply both to the CAF and the appropriate college. Work EnvironmentAvionics Systems Technicians are employed primarily at air bases in aircraft maintenance organizations, in maintenance hangers, in airborne aircraft, in lab environments and on the flight line. Technicians will sometimes be required to work shifts and periods of overtime and can work in CAF wings and bases within Canada, the Arctic, and locations around the world in response to NATO and UN commitments. Basic Military QualificationThe 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, Québec, or through various training establishments across Canada from Esquimalt, British Columbia, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. One main goal of this course is to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Avionics Systems Technicians TrainingAvionics Systems Technicians attend training at the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering (CFSATE) in Borden, Ontario, where they complete Common Core: eight weeks of common mechanical and aircraft servicing training. After some time at a squadron, they will return to CFSATE and take their Trade Training over 36 weeks, which includes:Solid-State DevicesDigital LogicAircraft WiringMagnetron, Klystron, Travelling Wave Tubes and Microwave TheoryComputer Techniques and ArchitectureInspection and repair of:Avionics (AVS) and Combined Avionic (AVS) / Aviation (AVN) Multi-Purpose Display SystemsPitot-Static SystemsFlight InstrumentsCompassesAircraft Flight Recorder and LocatorAir Data ComputerAutomatic Flight ControlElectronic Warfare SystemsNavigation SystemsRadar SystemsCommunication SystemsAircraft Data Processing Available Specialty TrainingAvionics Systems Technicians may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like:Instructional TechniquesCalibration TechnicianComputerized Fault Diagnosis and AnalysisHigh-Reliability SolderingAircraft Specific Type CoursesAdvanced Aircraft Maintenance CourseInstructional TechniqueLife Cycle Materiel ManagementAircraft Fluid HandlingCorrosion Identification and ControlTechnical WritingTechnical Inspection and Quality AssuranceFlight Safety Investigators Course Available Advanced TrainingAs they progress in their career, Avionics Systems Technicians who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include:Technical AdministrationLeadership and Management Courses Required Education The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondaire IV in Quebec, including: Grade 10 Applied Math (Mathématiques 416 or Cultural, Social and Technical 4)Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Officer PlanIdeal 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 criteria for this job and may optimize your progression following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned. Please note that, if successful in the application process, you will be entering service in either the Regular Force (full-time employment) or Primary Reserve Force (part-time employment) of the Canadian Armed Forces as a military member.• Regular Force: Upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career.• Primary Reserve Force: You will be joining the Primary Reserve Force 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 with possibilities of full-time employment.To learn more about the various ways to join the Canadian Armed Forces, visit: https://forces.ca/en/how-to-join/#wjJoin the CAFTo learn more about becoming an Avionics 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.
Avionics Systems Technician
Canadian Armed Forces, Boucherville, QC
OpportunityDo you love flying, engineering and working as part of a team? A career in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) as an Avionics Systems Technician carries the responsibility of maintaining all electronic systems onboard CAF aircraft. OverviewAs part of the Aircraft Maintenance Team, the Avionics Systems Technician is responsible for first-line servicing operations in launching and recovering all types of aircraft. The primary responsibilities are:Carrying out performance tests, and preventive/corrective maintenance and calibration of the following systems and their associated components:Aircraft communicationIntercomSearch radarFire control radarAcoustic sensingInfra-red radarElectronic warfareNavigationCompassFlight control systemsAutomatic flight control systemsElectrical wiring interconnection systemSetting up and operating test equipment to maintain the above systemsOperating and maintaining computer-controlled automatic test stationsServing as an instructor in field technical training units, training squadrons or basic training unitsPreparing and maintaining aircraft forms and statistical dataOperating aircraft support equipmentPerforming first-line servicing tasks such as marshalling, parking, towing, starting, refuelling, cleaning and de-icing To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must:Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in CanadaBe 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 studentHave completed at least Grade 10 or Secondaire IV in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education) Paid Education OptionsNon-commissioned Member Subsidized Training and Education ProgramBecause this position requires specialty training, the CAF will pay successful recruits to attend the diploma program at an approved Canadian college. Non-commissioned Member Subsidized Training and Education Program students attend Basic Training and on-the-job training during the summer months. They receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental care, along with full pay in exchange for working with the CAF for a period of time. If you choose to apply to this program, you must apply both to the CAF and the appropriate college. Work EnvironmentAvionics Systems Technicians are employed primarily at air bases in aircraft maintenance organizations, in maintenance hangers, in airborne aircraft, in lab environments and on the flight line. Technicians will sometimes be required to work shifts and periods of overtime and can work in CAF wings and bases within Canada, the Arctic, and locations around the world in response to NATO and UN commitments. Basic Military QualificationThe 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, Québec, or through various training establishments across Canada from Esquimalt, British Columbia, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. One main goal of this course is to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Avionics Systems Technicians TrainingAvionics Systems Technicians attend training at the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering (CFSATE) in Borden, Ontario, where they complete Common Core: eight weeks of common mechanical and aircraft servicing training. After some time at a squadron, they will return to CFSATE and take their Trade Training over 36 weeks, which includes:Solid-State DevicesDigital LogicAircraft WiringMagnetron, Klystron, Travelling Wave Tubes and Microwave TheoryComputer Techniques and ArchitectureInspection and repair of:Avionics (AVS) and Combined Avionic (AVS) / Aviation (AVN) Multi-Purpose Display SystemsPitot-Static SystemsFlight InstrumentsCompassesAircraft Flight Recorder and LocatorAir Data ComputerAutomatic Flight ControlElectronic Warfare SystemsNavigation SystemsRadar SystemsCommunication SystemsAircraft Data Processing Available Specialty TrainingAvionics Systems Technicians may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like:Instructional TechniquesCalibration TechnicianComputerized Fault Diagnosis and AnalysisHigh-Reliability SolderingAircraft Specific Type CoursesAdvanced Aircraft Maintenance CourseInstructional TechniqueLife Cycle Materiel ManagementAircraft Fluid HandlingCorrosion Identification and ControlTechnical WritingTechnical Inspection and Quality AssuranceFlight Safety Investigators Course Available Advanced TrainingAs they progress in their career, Avionics Systems Technicians who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include:Technical AdministrationLeadership and Management Courses Required Education The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondaire IV in Quebec, including: Grade 10 Applied Math (Mathématiques 416 or Cultural, Social and Technical 4)Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Officer PlanIdeal 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 criteria for this job and may optimize your progression following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned. Please note that, if successful in the application process, you will be entering service in either the Regular Force (full-time employment) or Primary Reserve Force (part-time employment) of the Canadian Armed Forces as a military member.• Regular Force: Upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career.• Primary Reserve Force: You will be joining the Primary Reserve Force 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 with possibilities of full-time employment.To learn more about the various ways to join the Canadian Armed Forces, visit: https://forces.ca/en/how-to-join/#wjJoin the CAFTo learn more about becoming an Avionics 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.
Marine Technician
Canadian Armed Forces, Edmonton, AB
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. Overview Marine Technicians are trained to specialize in either the mechanical or electrical fields as their careers progress. Primarily, they operate all marine systems engineering equipment onboard the ship, troubleshoot failures, advise command on limitations and complete repairs as required to restore system function. They execute and track maintenance schedules, respond to emergencies as the onboard experts in firefighting and damage control, participate in helicopter crash rescue and act as the ship’s metal workers to carry out burning, welding and machining. Marine Technicians will gain in-depth knowledge of the following: Propulsion gas turbines and diesel engines Generators and power distribution systems Hydraulic equipment and systems Electronic machinery control systems Fitted and portable damage control and firefighting equipment Refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation equipment Fuel and other liquid management systems 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 Reserves—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 Secondaire IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Paid Education OptionsNon-commissioned Member (NCM) Subsidized Training and Education Program (STEP)Because this position requires specialty training, the CAF will pay successful recruits to attend the diploma program at an approved Canadian college. NCM STEP students attend basic training and on-the-job training during the summer months. They receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental care, along with full pay in exchange for working with the CAF for a period of time. If you choose to apply to this program, you must apply both to the CAF and the appropriate college. Work EnvironmentMarine Technicians spend much of their career on board ships based in either Halifax, Nova Scotia, or Esquimalt, British Columbia. They will work in limited light conditions and small spaces. They may also work on open deck surfaces in a variety of weather conditions to repair or maintain equipment. Marine Technicians usually work a regular day-shift schedule. 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, Québec, or through various training establishments across Canada from Esquimalt, British Columbia, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. One main goal of this course is to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Naval Environmental Training Naval recruits attend Naval Fleet School Pacific in Esquimalt, British Columbia, or Naval Fleet School Atlantic in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for approximately five weeks. Training includes the following topics:Perform General Duties in the Naval EnvironmentPerform as a Member of the Force Protection TeamPerform as a Member of the Damage Control OrganizationCarry Out Survival Drills Marine Technician Training Marine Technicians attend Naval Fleet School Pacific in Esquimalt, British Columbia. Training takes several months and includes:Basic Mechanical, Electrical and Hull Systems TheoryBasic Preventive and Corrective Maintenance for Marine Systems The Conduct of Propulsion and Ancillary Rounds Equipment Flash-Up and Shut-Down ProceduresBasic Emergency Responses to Equipment FailuresEmergency Burning and Welding Equipment and ProceduresRepair of Watertight and Non-Watertight Closures Available Specialty Training Marine Technicians may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like:Helicopter Crash Rescue FirefightingWeldingFabrication / MachiningDiesel InspectionGas Turbine Maintenance Available Advanced TrainingAs they progress in their career, Marine Technicians who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include:Advanced Mechanical or Electrical Preventive / Corrective Maintenance Plant Operation and Watch SupervisionAdvanced Firefighting / Damage ControlRefit ManagementEquipment Lifecycle ManagementMaintenance ManagementRequired EducationThe 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 PlanIdeal 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. Please note that, if successful in the application process, you will be entering service in either the Regular Force (full-time employment) or Primary Reserve Force (part-time employment) of the Canadian Armed Forces as a military member.• Regular Force: Upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career.• Primary Reserve Force: You will be joining the Primary Reserve Force 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 with possibilities of full-time employment.To learn more about the various ways to join the Canadian Armed Forces, visit: https://forces.ca/en/how-to-join/#wjJoin the CAFTo 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.
Avionics Systems Technician
Canadian Armed Forces, Saguenay, QC
OpportunityDo you love flying, engineering and working as part of a team? A career in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) as an Avionics Systems Technician carries the responsibility of maintaining all electronic systems onboard CAF aircraft. OverviewAs part of the Aircraft Maintenance Team, the Avionics Systems Technician is responsible for first-line servicing operations in launching and recovering all types of aircraft. The primary responsibilities are:Carrying out performance tests, and preventive/corrective maintenance and calibration of the following systems and their associated components:Aircraft communicationIntercomSearch radarFire control radarAcoustic sensingInfra-red radarElectronic warfareNavigationCompassFlight control systemsAutomatic flight control systemsElectrical wiring interconnection systemSetting up and operating test equipment to maintain the above systemsOperating and maintaining computer-controlled automatic test stationsServing as an instructor in field technical training units, training squadrons or basic training unitsPreparing and maintaining aircraft forms and statistical dataOperating aircraft support equipmentPerforming first-line servicing tasks such as marshalling, parking, towing, starting, refuelling, cleaning and de-icing To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must:Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in CanadaBe 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 studentHave completed at least Grade 10 or Secondaire IV in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education) Paid Education OptionsNon-commissioned Member Subsidized Training and Education ProgramBecause this position requires specialty training, the CAF will pay successful recruits to attend the diploma program at an approved Canadian college. Non-commissioned Member Subsidized Training and Education Program students attend Basic Training and on-the-job training during the summer months. They receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental care, along with full pay in exchange for working with the CAF for a period of time. If you choose to apply to this program, you must apply both to the CAF and the appropriate college. Work EnvironmentAvionics Systems Technicians are employed primarily at air bases in aircraft maintenance organizations, in maintenance hangers, in airborne aircraft, in lab environments and on the flight line. Technicians will sometimes be required to work shifts and periods of overtime and can work in CAF wings and bases within Canada, the Arctic, and locations around the world in response to NATO and UN commitments. Basic Military QualificationThe 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, Québec, or through various training establishments across Canada from Esquimalt, British Columbia, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. One main goal of this course is to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Avionics Systems Technicians TrainingAvionics Systems Technicians attend training at the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering (CFSATE) in Borden, Ontario, where they complete Common Core: eight weeks of common mechanical and aircraft servicing training. After some time at a squadron, they will return to CFSATE and take their Trade Training over 36 weeks, which includes:Solid-State DevicesDigital LogicAircraft WiringMagnetron, Klystron, Travelling Wave Tubes and Microwave TheoryComputer Techniques and ArchitectureInspection and repair of:Avionics (AVS) and Combined Avionic (AVS) / Aviation (AVN) Multi-Purpose Display SystemsPitot-Static SystemsFlight InstrumentsCompassesAircraft Flight Recorder and LocatorAir Data ComputerAutomatic Flight ControlElectronic Warfare SystemsNavigation SystemsRadar SystemsCommunication SystemsAircraft Data Processing Available Specialty TrainingAvionics Systems Technicians may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like:Instructional TechniquesCalibration TechnicianComputerized Fault Diagnosis and AnalysisHigh-Reliability SolderingAircraft Specific Type CoursesAdvanced Aircraft Maintenance CourseInstructional TechniqueLife Cycle Materiel ManagementAircraft Fluid HandlingCorrosion Identification and ControlTechnical WritingTechnical Inspection and Quality AssuranceFlight Safety Investigators Course Available Advanced TrainingAs they progress in their career, Avionics Systems Technicians who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include:Technical AdministrationLeadership and Management Courses Required Education The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondaire IV in Quebec, including: Grade 10 Applied Math (Mathématiques 416 or Cultural, Social and Technical 4)Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Officer PlanIdeal 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 criteria for this job and may optimize your progression following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned. Please note that, if successful in the application process, you will be entering service in either the Regular Force (full-time employment) or Primary Reserve Force (part-time employment) of the Canadian Armed Forces as a military member.• Regular Force: Upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career.• Primary Reserve Force: You will be joining the Primary Reserve Force 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 with possibilities of full-time employment.To learn more about the various ways to join the Canadian Armed Forces, visit: https://forces.ca/en/how-to-join/#wjJoin the CAFTo learn more about becoming an Avionics 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.
Avionics Systems Technician
The Royal Canadian Air Force, Repentigny, QC
OpportunityDo you love flying, engineering and working as part of a team? A career in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) as an Avionics Systems Technician carries the responsibility of maintaining all electronic systems onboard CAF aircraft. OverviewAs part of the Aircraft Maintenance Team, the Avionics Systems Technician is responsible for first-line servicing operations in launching and recovering all types of aircraft. The primary responsibilities are:Carrying out performance tests, and preventive/corrective maintenance and calibration of the following systems and their associated components:Aircraft communicationIntercomSearch radarFire control radarAcoustic sensingInfra-red radarElectronic warfareNavigationCompassFlight control systemsAutomatic flight control systemsElectrical wiring interconnection systemSetting up and operating test equipment to maintain the above systemsOperating and maintaining computer-controlled automatic test stationsServing as an instructor in field technical training units, training squadrons or basic training unitsPreparing and maintaining aircraft forms and statistical dataOperating aircraft support equipmentPerforming first-line servicing tasks such as marshalling, parking, towing, starting, refuelling, cleaning and de-icing To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must:Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in CanadaBe 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 studentHave completed at least Grade 10 or Secondaire IV in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education) Paid Education OptionsNon-commissioned Member Subsidized Training and Education ProgramBecause this position requires specialty training, the CAF will pay successful recruits to attend the diploma program at an approved Canadian college. Non-commissioned Member Subsidized Training and Education Program students attend Basic Training and on-the-job training during the summer months. They receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental care, along with full pay in exchange for working with the CAF for a period of time. If you choose to apply to this program, you must apply both to the CAF and the appropriate college. Work EnvironmentAvionics Systems Technicians are employed primarily at air bases in aircraft maintenance organizations, in maintenance hangers, in airborne aircraft, in lab environments and on the flight line. Technicians will sometimes be required to work shifts and periods of overtime and can work in CAF wings and bases within Canada, the Arctic, and locations around the world in response to NATO and UN commitments. Basic Military QualificationThe 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, Québec, or through various training establishments across Canada from Esquimalt, British Columbia, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. One main goal of this course is to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Avionics Systems Technicians TrainingAvionics Systems Technicians attend training at the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering (CFSATE) in Borden, Ontario, where they complete Common Core: eight weeks of common mechanical and aircraft servicing training. After some time at a squadron, they will return to CFSATE and take their Trade Training over 36 weeks, which includes:Solid-State DevicesDigital LogicAircraft WiringMagnetron, Klystron, Travelling Wave Tubes and Microwave TheoryComputer Techniques and ArchitectureInspection and repair of:Avionics (AVS) and Combined Avionic (AVS) / Aviation (AVN) Multi-Purpose Display SystemsPitot-Static SystemsFlight InstrumentsCompassesAircraft Flight Recorder and LocatorAir Data ComputerAutomatic Flight ControlElectronic Warfare SystemsNavigation SystemsRadar SystemsCommunication SystemsAircraft Data Processing Available Specialty TrainingAvionics Systems Technicians may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like:Instructional TechniquesCalibration TechnicianComputerized Fault Diagnosis and AnalysisHigh-Reliability SolderingAircraft Specific Type CoursesAdvanced Aircraft Maintenance CourseInstructional TechniqueLife Cycle Materiel ManagementAircraft Fluid HandlingCorrosion Identification and ControlTechnical WritingTechnical Inspection and Quality AssuranceFlight Safety Investigators Course Available Advanced TrainingAs they progress in their career, Avionics Systems Technicians who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include:Technical AdministrationLeadership and Management Courses Required Education The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondaire IV in Quebec, including: Grade 10 Applied Math (Mathématiques 416 or Cultural, Social and Technical 4)Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Officer PlanIdeal 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 criteria for this job and may optimize your progression following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned. Please note that, if successful in the application process, you will be entering service in either the Regular Force (full-time employment) or Primary Reserve Force (part-time employment) of the Canadian Armed Forces as a military member.• Regular Force: Upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career.• Primary Reserve Force: You will be joining the Primary Reserve Force 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 with possibilities of full-time employment.To learn more about the various ways to join the Canadian Armed Forces, visit: https://forces.ca/en/how-to-join/#wjJoin the CAFTo learn more about becoming an Avionics 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.