Explosive Canine Handler

ASP Incorporated; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Job summary

A.S.P. Incorporated is hiring a K9 Handler for the Explosive Detection Dog and Handler Team (EDDHT) program under Transport Canada.

The role focuses on explosives detection searches of air cargo, mailbags, and related items while ensuring high standards of training and readiness. The candidate will maintain canine welfare, perform K9 duties in diverse environments, and adapt to unpredictable service requests.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Eligible to work in Canada.
• Proficient in English (spoken and written).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and active listening skills.
• Must possess a valid Security licence and a Driver's Licence (G or higher) with a clean driving abstract.
• Be willing to provide Criminal Record check upon request.
• Security experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Complete and maintain certification in the EDDHT program under Transport Canada.
• Complete and maintain a Transport Security Clearance (TSC).
• Provide 24-hour housing and care for assigned canine.
• Carry out K9 duties indoors and outdoors under varied conditions.
• Be flexible and willing to respond to last-minute canine service requests.
• Daily training on explosives detection and maintain records per Federal Regulations.

Skills

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Active listening

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Security licence

Driver's licence

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

K9 HANDLER - EDDHT

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. K9’s Explosive Dog Detection (EDD) Services are 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 handler to be part of the Explosive Detection Dog and Handler Team (EDDHT) program under Transport Canada. As an EDDHT, you are responsible for Explosives Detection searches of air cargo such as ULD’s, palletized and non-palletized cargo, mailbags and other required items. EDDHT’s maintain a high level of training and readiness, and respond to threats and emergencies with integrity, respect, and responsibility.

What you will do:

• Complete and maintain a certification in the EDDHT program under Transport Canada;


• Complete and maintain a Transport Security Clearance (TSC) under Transport Canada;


• Responsible for the 24-hour housing, care, well-being of their assigned canine;


• Carry out K9 duties, including 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 in English


• 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, 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

Why you should work with A.S.P:

• We care about our team and their personal and professional success;


• We offer competitive wages and benefits;


• Flexible schedules available

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

A.S.P. Incorporated is committed to support a diverse workforce from various communities within which we operate. We encourage all qualified professionals, without regard to race, gender identity, colour, sex, marital / family status, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, aboriginal status, age, etc. to apply.

We hire for PERSONALITY. We train for the job.