K9 Owner-Handler – Explosive Detection (Cargo & Aviation)

Nation Security Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Nation Security Services LLC seeks highly qualified K9 Owner-Handlers who own certified Explosive Detection Canines to support operations across major cargo facilities, aviation hubs, and ports. You and your working canine will operate as a team in fast-paced environments.

Starting pay is $35.00 per hour, with full availability for flexible shifts including nights and weekends, and travel across Florida client sites.

Qualifications

• K9 ownership and certification requirements as specified.
• K9 must be healthy with current vaccinations and records available on request.
• Minimum 2+ years of EDC handler experience in relevant sectors.
• Fluent in English; Spanish is a plus.
• US citizenship or national status with ability to pass background checks.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to transport a K9 securely.

Responsibilities

• Screening & Operations: Conduct high-vigilance explosive detection sweeps across cargo facilities and venues.
• Canine Care & Maintenance: Provide 24/7 care, feeding, conditioning, and housing for the K9.
• Proficiency & Decoy Drills: Daily odor-detection drills to maintain certification readiness.
• Compliance & Reporting: Maintain logs and reports per TSA and regulatory standards.
• Site Relations: Communicate professionally with facility directors and authorities.

Skills

K9 Ownership

K9 Health & Records

Operational Experience

Bilingual English

Legal & Vetting

Logistics & Equipment

Availability & Travel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Nation Security Services LLC is seeking highly qualified K9 Owner-Handlers who own and work certified Explosive Detection Canines (EDC) to support operational security across major cargo facilities, aviation hubs, and commercial ports.

In this specialized role, you and your working canine will deploy as a team to perform systematic detection screenings in fast-paced operational environments.

Pay Rate

Starting Rate: $35.00 / hour

Key Responsibilities

Screening & Operations: Conduct systematic, high-vigilance explosive detection sweeps across air/sea cargo facilities, logistics hubs, and commercial venues.

Canine Care & Maintenance: Maintain 24/7 care, feeding, physical conditioning, and home housing for your working canine in accordance with company welfare standards.

Proficiency & Decoy Drills: Perform daily odor detection scenarios to ensure your K9 maintains peak search proficiency for regulatory and third-party certifications.

Compliance & Reporting: Maintain accurate search logs, training records, and incident reports in full alignment with TSA, 3PK9, state, and federal standards.

Site Relations: Communicate professionally with cargo facility directors, airport authorities, venue managers, and internal dispatch teams.

Position Qualifications & Requirements

K9 Ownership: Must personally own a certified or certifiable Explosive Detection Canine (50-90 lbs) with high environmental stability in loud, crowded operational cargo settings.

K9 Health & Records: Canine must be in good health and current on all required vaccinations. Veterinarian records must be presented upon request.

Operational Experience: Minimum 2+ years of EDC handler experience in military (MWD), law enforcement, or high-tier private contract security. Documented 3rd Party Cargo experience and certifications (e.g., 3PK9-C) are a strong plus.

Bilingual Skills: Fluent in English (written and spoken). Bilingual fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Legal & Vetting: U.S. Citizen or National with a High School Diploma or GED. Must pass a comprehensive background check, drug screen, and secure site credentials (e.g., SIDA, TWIC).

Logistics & Equipment: Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record, a personal vehicle suitable for safe K9 transport, and home housing meeting strict security and climate-control standards.

Availability & Travel: Full availability for flexible, rotating shifts (nights, weekends, holidays) and regional deployment travel across Florida client sites.