Explosives Detection Canine (EDC) Handler (Armed)

POSITION INFORMATION: BASIC DETAILS

Location: Houston, TX

Travel Requirement: No

Teleworking: Yes

Transportation: Vehicle is provided and includes all gas and maintenance

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay: $28.50/hr. Pay is based on numerous factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

POSITION SUMMARY INFORMATION: DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS

Job Summary

The Explosives Detection Canine (EDC) Handler (Armed) plays a crucial role in ensuring the security and safety of client shopping mall locations by conducting thorough searches for explosives alongside an explosives detection canine.

Duties/Responsibilities

• The EDC Handler will be paired with an explosives detection canine and will search for explosives at client shopping mall location(s).
• The EDC Handler shall operate canine in accordance with the program and perform alarm resolution services as needed.
• The EDC Handler shall liaise with clients, security personnel, law enforcement representatives, and other client partners to properly execute client security plans and procedures.
• The EDC Handler shall maintain professional, effective verbal and written communication with client and company management.
• The EDC Handler shall adhere to a customer service focused mission.
• The EDC Handler shall maintain a professional image and demeanor and possess high quality customer service skills.
• The EDC Handler shall be flexible to handle last-minute shift changes and/or post changes to meet client requirements.
• The EDC Handler shall maintain canine proficiency in accordance with contract policies and procedures and maintain required annual certifications.
• The EDC Handler shall maintain day-to-day health and welfare of assigned canine and perform basic canine emergency first-aid, if necessary.
• The EDC Handler shall properly maintain all issued equipment and uniforms.
• The EDC Handler shall participate in scheduled canine training events.
• The EDC Handler shall obtain and maintain any state security officer licensing requirements.

Required Education, Certifications, Licenses, and Experience:

• Must be a US citizen.
• Must pass criminal background checks including drug testing.
• Must possess Texas State Armed Security and Firearms License.
• Must have the ability to house and care for the canine in your personal residence.

Preferred Education, Certifications, Licenses, and Experience

• Legally own and possess Texas registered approved Glock 9mm semiautomatic pistol.
• Prior law enforcement or military canine handling experience.
• Prior body-borne or person-borne canine handling experience.
• Standby duty willingness and availability.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. During visits to areas of operations, may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions. Is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands listed below, though not fully inclusive, are that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. The employee is frequently required to move about inside the facility to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

GardaWorld Federal Services is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.