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Interquest Detection Canines of West Texas

K9 Handler

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $200/day

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Lubbock, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

An Animal Trainer trains animals to become familiar with human voices and contact, and to respond to commands. Trains dogs to assist people with disabilities. May train animals for a health, competition, or show. May train other animals such as horses, dolphins, and apes.

$34,530 / year median in Texas

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

K9 Handler Interquest Detection Canines of West Texas Lubbock, TX Job Details Full-time From $200 a day 17 hours ago Qualifications Companion animal handling Outdoor work experience Driving Dog handling Performing background checks Dog care Full Job Description Detection Dog Handler •

PLEASE READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION BEFORE INQUIRING

• Interquest Detection Canines is looking for a dedicated and responsible self-starter to handle a trained contraband detection canine in schools in the West Texas area. The position covers a lot of territory with areas surrounding San Angelo to as far south as the hill country, west to Monahans and north to Lubbock. MUST currently live in or near service area. NO experience handling dogs is required, we will train you! •Please read entire description before inquiring to ensure it sounds like a good fit.•This is a seasonal position that runs a school year schedule, typical school hours, approximately mid August-May outside of school holidays. The off months are unpaid. Ability to commit to the entirety of the school year is very important. Occasional nights and weekends may be required for special events. This position requires LOTS of driving. A vehicle will be provided. You must be able to keep a friendly large breed dog at home, crated indoors and cared for as directed. All equipment is provided. Must be able to work well independently, have good communication skills, able to work both indoors and outdoors in both heat and cold with the ability to be on your feet all day when needed. Ability to submit electronic reports. Must be able to pass a background check and drug test. Pay is $200/day. If you are looking for a unique opportunity to work with dogs and help keep schools' drug and contraband free, we would love to hear from you! Please submit resume and/or letter of interest.

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Full-time Schedule:

Monday to Friday Application Question(s): Do you understand that this is a seasonal job, summers and school holidays are unpaid? Do you understand that you must be able to keep a large breed dog indoors, crated and cared for as directed?

Work Location:

On the road

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $200.00 per day

Work Location:

On the road