Weapons and Weapons Systems Repair Technician

Canadian Base Operators Inc; Meaford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian defense contractor is seeking a Weapons and Weapons Systems Repair Technician in Meaford, Ontario. The role involves maintaining weapons and systems, conducting incident investigations, and ensuring security protocols are met. Applicants must acquire a Government of Canada Security Clearance, requiring continuous residency in Canada for at least 10 years. Join a dynamic and fast-paced environment where you can significantly impact.

Qualifications

• Must be able to achieve and maintain a Government of Canada Security Clearance.
• Continuous residency in Canada for the last 10 years is a mandatory requirement.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective, preventative and modification maintenance on all weapons and systems equipment.
• Conduct weapons incident investigations.
• Test fire weapons and maintain their security.
• Operate and service common hand and power tools.

Skills

Maintenance of weapons systems

Investigative skills

Knowledge of ordnance

Security awareness

Education

Weapons Technician QL5 or higher or equivalent

Job description

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The Weapons and Weapons Systems RepairTechnician is responsible for preventative, corrective and modification maintenance to all weapons, weapons systems equipment and ancillary equipment assigned by the Section Supervisor.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform corrective, preventative and modification maintenance on all weapons, weapons systems and ancillary equipment assigned for repair;
• Perform weapons incident investigations;
• Perform Examinations of Ordnance;
• Look up and order repair parts;
• Test fire weapons;
• Perform range duties;
• Initiate and assist in the preparation of Unsatisfactory Condition Reports (UCRs) and Technical Failure Reports (TFRs) and forward to the Control Office;
• Maintain the security of weapons, associated equipment and other ancillary equipment in the section for repair;
• Operate and service trade specific and common hand and power tools & vehicles;
• Perform the duties of an on‑call Duty Weapons Tech on a rotational basis;
• Keep work spaces and general areas clean, orderly and hazard free ; and
• Perform any other tasks as designated by the supervisor or Department Manager.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Weapons Technician QL5 or higher or equivalent

Must be able to achieve and maintain a Government of Canada Security Clearance-continuous residency in Canada for the last 5 years is a mandatory requirement.*

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Individuals who successfully complete the interview process and do not already hold a valid security clearance will be sponsored for Secret Security Clearance. To obtain a Secret Security Clearance from the Government of Canada, applicants must undergo a comprehensive 10‑year background check. This includes financial and criminal record checks, as well as a security assessment conducted by the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS). Applicants will be required to provide detailed information covering the past 10 years, including employment, education, and residency history. For this reason, continuous residency in Canada for the last 10 years is a mandatory requirement.

Canadian Base Operators welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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