Andy Frain Services
Experienced K9 Handler - St. Louis Galleria
Andy Frain Services, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Experienced K9 Handler - St. Louis Galleria
Andy Frain Services is hiring a full‑time K9 handler for our Armed Person Detection program. The role requires a highly motivated, retired law‑enforcement or prior‑military canine handler willing to provide incident/emergency response, standby duty, and client demonstrations, including weekends, holidays, nights, and overnights. Qualifications
Single‑purpose or dual‑purpose K9 handler certification (or ability to obtain prior to commencing work). Three or more years law‑enforcement or military K9 handling experience (or substantially similar documented experience). Willingness to remain with the program for at least three years. Ability to care for and house the canine at the handler's residence in accord with Andy Frain policies and procedures; provide a secure outdoor area that conforms to company requirements. Strong desire to work with canines and willingness to care for and train the animal. Demonstrate physical fitness abilities related to lifting, carrying, climbing, and balancing while bearing the combined weight of the canine and any necessary associated equipment. Demonstrate overall fitness abilities consistent with the strength, endurance, and cardiopulmonary capacities required of newly certified officers. Responsibilities
Receive and maintain all required certifications consistent with the Andy Frain prescribed Person Borne Gun Detection Course. Certify with assigned canine for employment. Maintain the health, welfare, and maintenance of the assigned canine. Maintain training, utilization, and certification records. Maintain annual canine certifications. Maintain a valid driver’s license and clear driving record for the last three years; complete Andy Frain Safe Drivers’ Instruction. Maintain a company‑assigned vehicle consistent with Andy Frain fleet management policies and procedures. Conduct searches as directed by Andy Frain management only with the assigned canine and only at Andy Frain designated sites. Provide assistance as directed by Andy Frain management, authorized client contacts, and law‑enforcement agencies. Maintain all assigned canine‑related equipment. Strictly comply with all Andy Frain policy and procedural requirements to perform as an armed employee; possess, use, or carry only company‑approved firearms. Wear all prescribed gear while on duty (vest, duty belt, and any associated items). Pass the firearms training and department qualification for carrying on duty. Pass prescribed Andy Frain assessment tools required to authorize the handler to provide armed work in a manner acceptable by Andy Frain policy. Benefits
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule
Day shift Evening shift Night shift Weekends as needed Physical Requirements
Lift and carry up to 90 pounds, including assigned K9 for 50 feet. Walk for extended periods. Climb, squat, bend, kneel, and run one mile. Use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects and tools. Maintain sustained kneeling and squatting for at least one to two minutes.
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Andy Frain Services is hiring a full‑time K9 handler for our Armed Person Detection program. The role requires a highly motivated, retired law‑enforcement or prior‑military canine handler willing to provide incident/emergency response, standby duty, and client demonstrations, including weekends, holidays, nights, and overnights. Qualifications
Single‑purpose or dual‑purpose K9 handler certification (or ability to obtain prior to commencing work). Three or more years law‑enforcement or military K9 handling experience (or substantially similar documented experience). Willingness to remain with the program for at least three years. Ability to care for and house the canine at the handler's residence in accord with Andy Frain policies and procedures; provide a secure outdoor area that conforms to company requirements. Strong desire to work with canines and willingness to care for and train the animal. Demonstrate physical fitness abilities related to lifting, carrying, climbing, and balancing while bearing the combined weight of the canine and any necessary associated equipment. Demonstrate overall fitness abilities consistent with the strength, endurance, and cardiopulmonary capacities required of newly certified officers. Responsibilities
Receive and maintain all required certifications consistent with the Andy Frain prescribed Person Borne Gun Detection Course. Certify with assigned canine for employment. Maintain the health, welfare, and maintenance of the assigned canine. Maintain training, utilization, and certification records. Maintain annual canine certifications. Maintain a valid driver’s license and clear driving record for the last three years; complete Andy Frain Safe Drivers’ Instruction. Maintain a company‑assigned vehicle consistent with Andy Frain fleet management policies and procedures. Conduct searches as directed by Andy Frain management only with the assigned canine and only at Andy Frain designated sites. Provide assistance as directed by Andy Frain management, authorized client contacts, and law‑enforcement agencies. Maintain all assigned canine‑related equipment. Strictly comply with all Andy Frain policy and procedural requirements to perform as an armed employee; possess, use, or carry only company‑approved firearms. Wear all prescribed gear while on duty (vest, duty belt, and any associated items). Pass the firearms training and department qualification for carrying on duty. Pass prescribed Andy Frain assessment tools required to authorize the handler to provide armed work in a manner acceptable by Andy Frain policy. Benefits
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule
Day shift Evening shift Night shift Weekends as needed Physical Requirements
Lift and carry up to 90 pounds, including assigned K9 for 50 feet. Walk for extended periods. Climb, squat, bend, kneel, and run one mile. Use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects and tools. Maintain sustained kneeling and squatting for at least one to two minutes.
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