Job Description

Securiguard K9 provides K9 protection and detection services for clients throughout Western Canada. With over 30 years of experience, we are the largest supplier of K9 services in Canada and have provided services to all levels of government, as well as corporations, industry, and other high-profile assignments. As a k9 Handler, you will play a vital role in achieving our exponential growth and driving forward our mission to make people feel safe. Your focus will be on establishing and nurturing partnerships by effectively managing all issues in your assigned account portfolio, while ensuring a high level of service. This is a dynamic role, and we are seeking someone with a self-starting, entrepreneurial spirit, who is passionate about the industry, and looking for an opportunity to develop their career with a leading organization.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety and security of the terminal and onboard vessels
• Provide K9 Patrol/Protection support in accordance with established procedures
• Provide explosive or narcotic detection support
• Handle dogs/K9 units
• Regular patrols every 1-2 hours
• Attend weekly K9 maintenance training
• Communicate with members of the public to provide direction and/or service
• Unlock/lock up checks and related security procedures
• Act as a visible security deterrent

Qualifications:

• Valid BC security license (or ability to attain)
• Class 5 driver\'s license with a clean driver\'s abstract
• Ability to care for K9 after hours and provide a suitable home / friendly environment for a dog
• Must have a suitable vehicle to transport K9 to and from work in an approved crate
• Physically fit to stand/sit/patrol for up to 12 hours per day, carry 50lbs, and walk up and down stairs
• Ability to commit to a 2-month K9 training program
• 1-2 years of security experience is an asset

Who we are: Securiguard Services Limited has been at the forefront of the asset protection arena for almost fifty years by being a leading-edge innovative security and safety solution provider. That is how it has become one of the largest and most trusted private security organizations in Canada. Securiguard has proven expertise in deploying security and safety personnel in a variety of industries including Corporate, Retail, Property Management, Industrial, Aviation, Marine, Government, Educational, and Industrial/Resource Projects and has the largest and highest accredited K9 detection and screening division in Canada. With the ability to service clients across Canada including major centers, small towns, and remote locations by air, land, or sea their team of 3000+ strong security and safety professionals, make people feel safe by offering a comprehensive selection of safety and security services and solutions. We make people feel safe and inspire our staff to believe they can make a difference in everything they do. We believe that diversity enables the company to grow towards a better future. By creating an environment which is inclusive and provides equal opportunity for all, ideas are generated which help to solve the problems of a changing and increasingly complex world. Our mission, vision, and values enabled us to be a finalist of the 2021 Canadian HR Awards\' Excellence in Diversity & Inclusion category. We are making a difference by encouraging all Securiguard Members to partake and practice allyship, educate themselves, and inspire others to take action. Join us if you believe you can make a difference!
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