Dog Handler job - The Scotts Company - Terre Haute, IN

Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform canine detection demonstrations to educate customers and explain how the process works and as a result sell bed bug detection and other services.
  


• Conduct through bed bug inspection at customer locations.
  


• Responsible for caring for and transporting dog to and from work sites 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
  


• Weekly training of dog and handler to maintain K9 abilities is required for a minimum ½ hour each day, while maintaining proper documentation of training, daily work & health.
  


• Attend necessary courses to become dog handler and certified in the detection of bed bugs or other scents.
  


• Maintain necessary certification of both you and the canine.
  


• Ensure canine remains current on vaccination, licensing and training requirements.
  


• When not conducting inspections; perform janitorial, sales, administrative and/or other light maintenance duties.
  


• Must be able to communicate well with customers.
  


• Other duties as assigned.
  

Physical Requirements:

• Walking up and down stairs, bending, light lifting, throwing a ball
  


• Daily driving to assigned jobs, which may include any of Action’s geographical territories.
  


• Exercising dog
  


• Care of dog
  

Canine Care Requirements:

• Fenced in yard may be required, depending on location of residence.
  


• Upkeep and maintenance of outdoor kennel and concrete area, in a secure location on the residence.
  


• Kennel and Concrete supplies are provided by Action to ensure proper care for the canine.
  


• In inclement weather, an inside kennel area must be available and provided.
  


• Current pets of handlers should have minimal interaction and contact with working dog, as not to deter from the dog’s training.
  


• Food, health, and training supplies are provided by Action for the working dog(s) only.
  


• If dog is not working, adult supervision approved by the handler and/or Dog Handler Supervisor is required, if it is other than the approved handler(s). Approved handler must be present at all times.
  


• In the event of an emergency with the dog, seek medical attention with the dog’s primary veterinarian first. Should the handler and dog be unable to visit the primary veterinarian, seek a referral from the veterinarian for the area, where the dog is located.
  


• Notify the Dog Handler Supervisor as soon as possible.
  


• If necessary, ensure the dog is able to exercise daily, when not working.
  


• Proper water and care must occur at least every 4 hours.
  

Other qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
  


• Experience with working canines and/or, training, preferred
  


• Prior sales experience
  


• Prior pest control experience, preferred
  


• Excellent communication (oral and written) skills
  


• Excellent time management skills
  


• Excellent organizational skills
  


• Computer skills
  

AA/EOE M/F/D/V