Non-commissioned ranks of the Canadian Forces – NOC : 4313

Unit Group

4313 Non-commissioned ranks of the Canadian Forces

This unit group consists of Canadian Forces personnel who are non-commissioned officers (NCOs) or members of other non-commissioned ranks. They provide collective defence measures to protect Canadian waters, land, airspace and other interests. All ranks of non-commissioned officers and members in the air force, army, and navy are included in this unit group.

Example Titles

able seaman – armed forces

chief warrant officer

master corporal

master seaman

ordinary seaman – armed forces

petty officer first class

private

sergeant

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Main duties

Personnel in non-commissioned ranks of the Canadian Forces perform some or all of the following duties:

Operate armoured vehicles, artillery, hand-held weapons and other military combat equipment and defence systems
Conduct peacekeeping operations and enforce cease-fire agreements
Engage in non-combat operations for humanitarian efforts
Provide assistance in emergency situations, such as civil disorder, natural disasters and major accidents
Participate in drills and other training in preparation for peacekeeping, combat and natural disaster relief duties
Perform administrative and guard duties.

Personnel in this unit group are assigned to specific operations related to reconnaissance, peacekeeping, disaster relief and combat.

Employment requirements

Completion of secondary school is usually required.
Three months of basic military training are provided.
Specialized training in the operation and maintenance of military equipment and systems is provided.

Additional information

Progression to commissioned officer occupations is possible with additional training and experience.

Classified elsewhere

Commissioned officers of the Canadian Forces (0433)