K9 Officer - Security - Marine Terminals

Securiguard Services Ltd.; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Securiguard is looking for passionate individuals to join their K9 team as handlers, providing Protection and Detection services across Canada. Ideal candidates will have a valid Security Guard License, experience in security, and a commitment to training with canines. This full-time position requires physical fitness for extensive patrols and offers competitive hourly pay.

Benefits

Paid Training

Extended Health and Dental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Telemedical access to doctors

Access to corporate discount program

Discounted cineplex movie tickets

Qualifications

• Must love working with dogs.
• Commitment to a 2 month paid K9 training program.
• Access to a suitable vehicle for K9 transportation.

Responsibilities

• Support K9 Protection and Explosive/Narcotic Detection.
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols.
• Liaise with Governmental agencies.

Skills

Customer service and solutions focused

Ability to work independently

Experience with difficult individuals

Physical fitness for 12-hour patrols

Education

Valid provincial Security Guard License

2+ years of security experience

Class 5 driver's license

Job description

Securiguard is Canada's premier K9 Security Company, and we are looking for the best and brightest to join our growing K9 team. If you have the experience and/or passion to work with canines, we want to speak with you about joining our team.

Do you love Dogs? Do you enjoy a career that makes a difference? Securiguard is seeking K9 handlers to provide Detection/Protection/Patrol services to our various clients across Canada. Our K9 teams are government certified and licensed in Protection and Explosive or Narcotics Detection. Our advanced teams train with Canadian and U.S. Law Enforcement, the only private K9 Security teams to do so. Our highly skilled teams work in high profile sites including Ports, Airports, Arenas, Industrial Sites and Remote Locations.

• Prior K9 Experience is a bonus but not mandatory - we will train you. Must love working with dogs**
  
  

IMPORTANT NOTE: DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE JOB POSTING AREA. PART OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS INVOLVES LOCAL IN-PERSON INTERVIEWS AND ASSESSMENTS. IF YOU DO NOT RESIDE IN THE LOCAL AREA, YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Position Summary

Full Time K9 Protection & Detection Handlers

The Day To Day

• Support K9 Protection and Explosive/Narcotic Detection following established procedures.
• Maintain flexibility for schedule changes and open availability.
• Liaise with Governmental agencies, such as Transport Canada.
• Deliver excellent customer service.
• Attend mandatory K9 maintenance training.
• Document and ensure thorough canine training.
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols, including parking lots, stairwells, and common areas.
• Assist Site Operations manager in responding to calls and coordinating with Police and Emergency Services Providers.
• Provide detailed reports, including occurrence, incident, and patrol reports.
  
  

What You Bring

• Valid provincial Security Guard License maintained.
• 2+ years of security experience, with preference for Police, Law Enforcement, or Security K9 background OR Strong Customer Service background
• Clean criminal background check.
• Willingness to travel for training/testing.
• Commitment to a 2 month paid K9 training program.
• Class 5 driver's license with an annual clean abstract.
• Open availability and physical fitness for 12-hour patrols, carrying 50lbs, and stairs.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Capability to care for K9 after hours, ensuring a suitable home.
• Access to a suitable vehicle for K9 transportation in an approved crate.
• Experience with difficult individuals.
• Customer service and solutions focused.
• Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.
  
  

Employee Perks We Offer

• Paid Training
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program through TELUS Babylon
• Telemedical access to doctors, therapists, and dietitians
• Access to a robust corporate discount program, Porkopolis
• Discounted cineplex movie tickets
  
  

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 4000+ strong security and safety professionals, make people feel safe by offering a comprehensive selection of safety and security services and solutions.

Securiguard is an equal opportunity employer, and we value the diversity of our staff. We are committed to building a facilitative environment of respect, inclusiveness, and career growth.

Salary: $27.50 - $32.50 per hour