Armourer
Regular, Full Time
Surrey Police Service (SPS) is Surrey’s new municipal police agency. On November 29, 2024, SPS became the police of jurisdiction, and assumed responsibility and command for policing and law enforcement in Surrey. SPS is working to redefine policing with innovative new approaches and community-based solutions. It’s an exciting time as SPS continues to expand our team with talented people who want to help shape the future of policing in Surrey. To date we’ve hired over 550 police officers and over 450 civilian support staff and will grow to be one of the largest independent police services in Canada. Since day one, SPS has been intentional about building a culture that is inclusive, respectful and supportive, with a strong focus on employee wellness and career development.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Surrey Police Service (SPS) has an exciting opportunity for an Armourer to join our Training and Development Division, within the Corporate Services Bureau. Reporting to the Staff Sergeant, Operational Skills Section, the incumbent will perform specialized technical work in firearms inspection, maintenance and repair. Responsibilities include servicing and testing a variety of firearms, weapons and related inventory, and completing related clerical work. Work is performed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Schedule / Hours of Work
The anticipated schedule for this position is 35 hours/week. Please note, the hours are subject to change based on operational needs and adherence to the Collective Agreement.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Services a variety of firearms, weapons and related inventory.
- Diagnoses and repairs related mechanical issues.
- Inspects and tests inventory of firearms.
- Schedules maintenance based on prescribed recommendations and guidelines.
- Maintains inventory of firearms and related inventory.
- Performs repairs to reloading equipment and firearms.
- Completes destruction of related inventory in accordance with policy.
- Provides recommendations, information and direction to staff and internal/external stakeholders.
- Develops and maintains records, files and documentation.
- Provides expert court evidence as needed.
- Performs related work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of the grade 12, supplemented by a related certification.
- Five years of related experience including firearms maintenance and repair and armourer experience with Glock and Colt platforms.
- An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
- All applicants must obtain and maintain the required police security clearance throughout their employment with SPS, which includes a mandatory polygraph examination.
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
Surrey Police Service offers a comprehensive benefits package, including extended health and dental coverage, a defined benefit pension through the Municipal Pension Plan, generous vacation entitlements, and ongoing professional development. Employees also benefit from short-term and long-term disability coverage, travel and life insurance, discounted access to City of Surrey recreation facilities, and a dedicated Employee Services team providing personal and family support. With a strong focus on well-being, career growth, and work-life balance, SPS is committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace. Note – The aforementioned benefits only apply to eligible full-time positions within SPS.
- This is a unionized position, represented by CUPE 402.
- The salary range is $34.75/hour - $37.91/hour (pay grade 18) based on 2024 rates.
Applications must be submitted through our online Careers page. This posting will remain open until 11:55pm on November 5, 2025; however, applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible, as the posting may close earlier if a suitable candidate is selected.
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Thank you for your interest in working with SPS. We pride ourselves on hiring members that model the mission, vision, and values of SPS through unquestioned integrity and sustaining a visible, credible, inclusive, and respected profile.