Traffic Technician

Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national defense force is seeking Traffic Technicians to manage the movement of personnel and equipment. Candidates will be responsible for documentation, loading/unloading operations, and customs processing. A minimum of Grade 10 education is required, with opportunities for advanced training. The role offers part-time options within the Primary Reserve with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Pension plan eligibility

Part-time employment flexibility

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school education or equivalent.
• Ability to work shifts in varying climates.
• Teamwork skills within an operational supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Manage transportation documents and forms for cargo and personnel.
• Administer and execute loading and offloading of cargo.
• Process customs documentation and operate military vehicles.

Skills

Operation, maintenance and servicing of military vehicles

Cargo/equipment movement by road, rail, sea and air

Customs documentation

Dangerous cargo handling

Education

Completion of Grade 10 or Secondary 4 requirements

Tools

Military vehicles

Forklifts

Job description

Overview

As a member of the military, Traffic Technicians plan, execute and manage the movement of all Canadian Armed Forces equipment and personnel. They use all modes of transport from any local, regional, national or international location in support of all Canadian Armed Forces Exercises and Operations. Traffic technicians operate in teams in existing or fabricated supply chains.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, record and account for all transportation documents and forms relating to cargo/equipment and personnel movements
• Plan, administer, execute and manage the loading and offloading of cargo/equipment, personnel and baggage from military and commercial road, rail, air and maritime transport vehicles
• Dangerous cargo processing
• Customs documentation and liaison
• Operate military vehicles and materiel handling equipment
• Process transportation contracts, invoices and maintain financial records

Work environment

Traffic Technicians work in warehouses, offices, terminals, the field and flying squadrons in Canada and around the world in support to Canadian Armed Forces operations. They may be required to work shifts and be employed in both established and isolated locations with extreme climates and conditions. If you choose a career in the Regular Force, upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base and may be expected to move at some point in your career. If you join the Primary Reserve Force, you will work part‑time with a specific Reserve unit, typically one night per week and some weekends, and will not be obligated to relocate.

Entry plans

• Direct Entry Options

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.

Training

The first stage of training is the Basic Military Qualification course (Basic Training) held at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint‑Jean‑sur‑Richelieu, Quebec. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades and prepares recruits to meet the CAF physical fitness standard.

• Traffic Technicians attend the Canadian Forces Logistics Training Centre in Borden, Ontario. The initial training lasts approximately 12 weeks and includes the following topics:
  • Driver Training:
    • Operation, maintenance and servicing of military vehicles and materiel handling equipment
    • Operation, maintenance and servicing of forklifts and other container movers
  • Traffic Technicians Training:
    • Cargo/equipment movement by road, rail, sea and air
    • Basic aircraft loading principles for fixed‑wing and rotary‑wing aircraft
    • Rail load planning for vehicles
    • Customs and international movements requirements
    • Passenger processing
    • Transportation invoices and financial records
    • Process documentation applicable to cargo/equipment and personnel movement

After core occupational skills are acquired, Traffic Technicians are employed as Loadmasters on transport aircraft. The RCAF employs Loadmasters on the following aircraft:

• CC130H Hercules Aircraft
• CC130J Hercules Aircraft
• CC150 Airbus Aircraft
• CC177 Globemaster Aircraft
• CH147F Chinook Helicopter

Advanced Training

As they progress in their career, Traffic Technicians who demonstrate the required ability and potential will be offered advanced training. Available courses include:

• Dangerous cargo handling
• Helicopter Underslung Operations
• Ship Loading and Stowage
• Tactical Airlift Support
• CC177 Loading Specialist
• Aerial Delivery – Basic
• Airline Host Check‑In System

Part‑time options

This position is available for part‑time employment with the Primary Reserve at certain locations across Canada. Reserve Force members serve part‑time with their home unit for scheduled evenings and weekends and may also serve in full‑time positions at some units for fixed terms. They receive 92.8% of Regular Force rates of pay, a reasonable benefits package, and may qualify to contribute to a pension plan.

Related Careers

• Logistics Officer
• Vehicle Technician
• Accelerated Pay Increment
• Priority Application Processing
• Materiel Management Technician