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K9 Handler, Explosive Detection

  • Mississauga, ON, Canada

$30 to $32.5 CAD / hour · Full-time

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Pay
$30 to $32.5 CAD / hour
Job type
Full-time
Posting language
English
Posted

Original job description

Are you passionate about Safety & Security and seeking an opportunity to join the largest private K9 Explosive Dog Detection Services in Canada?
A.S.P. Incorporated has provided security and customer service solutions for over 20 years to Canadian clients. We employ in excess of 2000 employees and are a subsidiary of ICTS EUROPE, operating in 22 countries and employing more than 17000 professionals. A.S.P provide services to some of the largest airports in Canada and has a significant presence in the Commercial and Residential spaces in Ontario and Alberta.

A.S.P.’s K9 Explosive Dog Detection (EDD) Services is the largest private canine EDD service in Canada. We provide a global solution to local needs and an effective solution to the detection of explosives and explosive trace elements. A.S.P. is looking for a K9 Security Specialist, responsible for K9 Explosives Detection searches and sweeps of office buildings, arenas and stadiums, conference centres, airport facilities, vehicles, aircraft, and any other locations as required. Responsible for maintaining a high level of training and readiness our Canine Security Specialists handle threats and emergencies with integrity, respect, and responsibility.

What you will do:
  • Maintain a high level of training and readiness to respond to suspicious packages, unattended vehicles, facility sweeps, or other situations where the services of explosives detection canines are required;
  • Responsible for the 24-hour housing, care, well-being of their assigned dogs;
  • Carry out K9 EDD screening duties at contracted locations (includes working indoors and outdoors under all different conditions);
  • Be flexible & willing to work in unpredictable, and often last-minute canine service requests;
  • Daily training on explosives detection  and maintenance records  complying with Federal Regulations.

Who you are:
  • Minimum High School diploma or Grade 12 education;
  • Eligible to work in Canada;
  • Proficient computer skills such as Microsoft Office;
  • Self-motivated individual with a strong attention to detail;
  • Excellent written & verbal communication and active listening skills;
  • Must Possess a valid Security licence, Ontario Drivers Licence (G or Higher) with a clear a driving abstract and Basic First Aid and CPR certification;
  • Must be willing to provide Criminal Record check upon request;
  • Security experience an asset.
What you will do:
  • Maintain a high level of training and readiness to respond to suspicious packages, unattended vehicles, facility sweeps, or other situations where the services of explosives detection canines are required;
  • Responsible for the 24-hour housing, care, well-being of their assigned dogs;
  • Carry out K9 EDD screening duties at contracted locations (includes working indoors and outdoors under all different conditions);
  • Be flexible & willing to work in unpredictable, and often last-minute canine service requests;
  • Daily training on explosives detection  and maintenance records  complying with Federal Regulations.
Who you are:
  • Minimum High School diploma or Grade 12 education;
  • Eligible to work in Canada;
  • Proficient computer skills such as Microsoft Office;
  • Self-motivated individual with a strong attention to detail;
  • Excellent written & verbal communication and active listening skills;
  • Must Possess a valid Security licence, Ontario Drivers Licence (G or Higher) with a clear a driving abstract and Basic First Aid and CPR certification;
  • Must be willing to provide Criminal Record check upon request;
  • Security experience an asset.

Pay Rate: $30-32.50 hourly


We welcome applicants of all backgrounds. This posting does not require Canadian work experience

This posting is for an anticipated vacancy


Use of AI in hiring:
ASP may use automated or AI-enabled tools to support applicant screening and selection. Human review is part of the final hiring decision.

Why you should work with A.S.P:
• We care about our team and their personal and professional success.
• Diverse and engaging work environment.
• People-first mentality.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.

A.S.P. Incorporated is committed to diversity various communities within which we operate. We encourage all qualified professionals, to apply and invite anyone requiring accommodation to notify us during the recruitment process
 We hire for PERSONALITY. We train for the job.
More about this job

Responsibilities

Perform explosive detection searches and sweeps of various facilities, vehicles, and aircraft using K9 units. Maintain the 24-hour care, well-being, and daily training of assigned detection dogs in compliance with federal regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid security license, and an Ontario Driver's License (G or higher). Basic First Aid and CPR certifications are required, along with the ability to pass a criminal record check.

Skills

  • Explosive Detection
  • Canine Handling
  • Security Screening
  • Microsoft Office
  • Written Communication
  • Verbal Communication
  • Active Listening
  • First Aid
  • CPR
  • Attention To Detail

Benefits

  • Competitive remuneration
  • Benefits package

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Categories

  • Security & Safety
  • Transportation
  • Government & Public Sector

Keywords

  • K9 Explosive Dog Detection
  • EDD
  • Security Licence
  • Ontario Drivers Licence
  • First Aid
  • CPR
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Facility Sweeps
  • Canine Care
  • Federal Regulations
  • Security Specialist
  • Airport Security

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