WEAPONS TECHNICIAN-LAND

Weapons Technicians maintain and repair weapons, weapons systems and ancillary equipment.  They are members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Corps of Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers. They also are responsible for the maintenance and repair of miscellaneous equipment such as scales, hydraulic lifts, locks and security containers, personal flotation devices, rebreathers, and equipment for heating, cooking and lighting in the field.

Weapons Technicians are primarily responsible for the maintenance and repair of the following equipment:

• Rifles, submachine- guns and handguns
• Machine-guns and non-guided anti-tank weapons
• Sub-calibre adapters
• Training devices, including simulators
• Grenade projectors, mortars and launcher systems
• Light weapons and turret systems for armoured fighting vehicles

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Weapons Technicians are employed at bases and stations across Canada and on deployed operations around the world. They experience the unique adventures and challenges that come with working in different environments. While on a base, they may be working in small spaces, like a workshop. In the field or on deployment they may work outdoors most of the time or in temporary accommodations.