Gunner

Opportunity

Do you thrive from being at the forefront of the action? Is “precision” one of your strengths? Explore a career as a Gunner in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), where you’ll become expertly trained in operating high-tech weapons and providing indirect fire support from up to 40 km away to assist our troops on the front line.

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

As a member of the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery, the primary responsibilities of Gunners are to :

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 at least 18 years old (17 years old with parental consent), except :

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.

Foreign education may be accepted.

Direct Entry Officer 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 Gunner, visit www.forces.ca , talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488.

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