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Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Elk Grove Village, IL · On-site

$21 - $24/hr

The Junior Handler will be required to complete a 4-8-weeks minimum team training course and ... Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Hebron, KY · On-site

$16 - $18.75/hr

The Junior Handler will be required to complete a 4-8-weeks minimum team training course and ... Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Chicago, IL · On-site

$21 - $24/hr

The Junior Handler will be required to complete a 4-8-weeks minimum team training course and ... Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$16.75 - $19.75/hr

The Junior Handler will be required to complete a 4-8-weeks minimum team training course and ... Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Reston, VA · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

The Junior Handler will be required to complete a 4-8-weeks minimum team training course and ... Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Seattle, WA · On-site

$24 - $27/hr

The Junior Handler will be required to complete a 4-8-weeks minimum team training course and ... Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

The Junior Handler will be required to complete a 4-8-weeks minimum team training course and ... Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Reston, VA · On-site

$17.50 - $20.50/hr

The Junior Handler will be required to complete a 4-8-weeks minimum team training course and ... Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Hebron, KY

$16 - $18.75/hr

Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four to eight weeks of employment; candidate mustmaintainthe certification requirements * Must have a ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

San Francisco, CA

$30 - $33/hr

Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four toeightweeks of employment; candidate mustmaintainthe certification requirements * Must have a ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four toeightweeks of employment; candidate mustmaintainthe certification requirements * Must have a ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Harlingen, TX · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four to eight weeks of employment; candidate mustmaintainthe certification requirements * Must have a ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Philadelphia, PA

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four to eight weeks of employment; candidate mustmaintainthe certification requirements * Must have a ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Boston, MA

$26.50 - $28.50/hr

Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four to eight weeks of employment; candidate mustmaintainthe certification requirements * Must have a ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Seattle, WA

$24 - $27/hr

Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four to eight weeks of employment; candidate mustmaintainthe certification requirements * Must have a ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Miami, FL

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four toeightweeks of employment; candidate mustmaintainthe certification requirements * Must have a ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Philadelphia, PA

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four to eight weeks of employment; candidate mustmaintainthe certification requirements * Must have a ...

Constellis

Junior K9 Handler

Portland, OR

$25 - $27/hr

Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four to eight weeks of employment; candidate mustmaintainthe certification requirements * Must have a ...

Constellis

K9 Handler with Security Clearance

Miami, FL

$15.75 - $18.50/hr

The Handler will be required to complete a 4- 8 week s minimum team training course and ... Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four to six weeks of employment ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract k9 handler in the United States is $17.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectContract K9 HandlerSecurity Guard
CertificationsCan include K9 handling certifications, security licensesSecurity license, basic training
Work EnvironmentTraining with dogs, patrols, specialized tasksPatrols, access control, surveillance
Employer & IndustryPrivate security firms, law enforcement supportSecurity companies, corporate or retail sites
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on canine skills, specialized security rolesGeneral security duties, access control

The main difference between a Contract K9 Handler and a Security Guard lies in their roles and skills. Contract K9 Handlers specialize in working with trained dogs for detection, patrol, and specialized security tasks, often requiring specific certifications. Security Guards perform general security duties such as monitoring premises and controlling access, typically with basic security licenses. Both roles are vital in the security industry but serve different functions based on training and work environment.

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Junior K9 Handler

Junior K9 Handler

Constellis

Elk Grove Village, IL • On-site

$21 - $24/hr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Constellis rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

30th of 100 rated security

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY
The Junior Handler will be responsible for screening cargo in compliance with TSA rules and regulations. The Junior Handler will be required to complete a 4-8-weeks minimum team training course and certification prior to mobilization to the assigned location.
PAY TRANSPARANCY/COMPENSATION
  • Pay rate is compensated at $21-24 per hour
  • Virtual rate is compensated at twenty dollars per hour
  • Moyock rate is compensated at fifteen dollars per hour

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Participate in CCSP related training to search cargo and identify potential threats
  • Conduct authorized representative duties related to X-Ray, physical search, and trace detection as needed
  • Perform Junior Handler duties while commanding a trained working dog
  • Responsible for maintaining training records
  • Responsible for maintaining training records, care, and maintenance of assigned certified canine. The assigned canine must be permitted to live inside the employee's residence. The employee's residence must be adequate, indoor, and climate-controlled for the canine. The canine living area at the employee's residence is subject to reoccurring inspections.
  • Must maintain all job-related certifications and required security clearances
  • Must be willing to operate company vehicle (during on-site training)
  • Work conditions can vary from a busy training environment to fieldwork, both subject to frequent interruptions. Frequent work outside and in inclement weather conditions is required, including heat, cold, and humidity. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. Work hours will be dictated by the customers agreed upon schedule. Nights, weekends, and holiday hours will be required, and the work schedule will vary. Travel may also be required.
  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • Must have held citizenship for a minimum of three years prior to date of application
  • Must be able to obtain a Known Traveler Number (KTN) within four to six weeks of employment
  • Must be able to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge within four to six weeks of employment
  • Must be able to obtain a Security Threat Assessment (STA) for Airport Badge within four to six weeks of employment
  • Must have adequate transportation to transport assigned Canine and Crate (inside the vehicle) to/from assigned work location; transportation must have operational climate control
  • Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four to eight weeks of employment; candidate must maintain the certification requirements
  • Must have a valid US drivers license and satisfactory driver record.
  • Drivers license must be compliant with REAL ID standards or possess a valid U.S. passport in addition to a valid drivers license.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and multiple priorities to completion
  • Problem solving skills with an analytical thought process
  • Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
  • Must be able to lift and carry various items weighing up to 100 lbs. Requires standing for long periods of time in all weather conditions. Requires intermittent sitting, walking, running, climbing, squatting, stretching, bending, and kneeling. Requires constant use of hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms

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