Armed Courier Guard

Brink's, Incorporated; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Brink's Global Services U.S., Inc. is seeking an armed FT Air Courier Messenger to escort customer cargo from plane side to customer locations while providing armed security.

This role requires strict adherence to security rules and safe handling of liability during transit and on Brink's premises. Responsibilities include monitoring shipments on tarmac, ensuring secure delivery, complying with DOT and traffic regulations, and delivering outstanding customer service to Brink's customers during

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of courier/guard experience in secured logistics
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• A valid driver's license
• Satisfy all Department of Transportation requirements
• A valid weapons permit or ability to obtain one
• A valid guard card or ability to obtain one
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Escort customer cargo from plane side to customer locations while providing armed security
• Monitor shipments on the tarmac during transfer
• Ensure secured delivery of liability and provide outstanding service
• Maintain security and safety of vehicles and premises
• Report security or safety violations to management
• Cross-train and perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Armed security

Customer service

Attention to detail

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Brink's Global Services is a division of Brink's Inc, the world's premier provider of secure logistics and security solutions in more than 122 countries across 5 continents. Brink's Global Services specializes in the secure transportation and handling of valuable goods throughout the logistic value chain, from raw materials and components to finished products within the mining, banknote, precious metal, jewelry, security, art and pharmaceutical industries The company has a proud history of providing growth and advancement opportunities for its employees. We have a challenging opportunity for an armed FT Air Courier Messenger.

Job Summary:

The FT Air Courier Messenger is responsible for escorting customer cargo/liability from plane side to customer location and to/from the Brinks facility to customer locations while providing armed security for the same. This position functions in an armed environment and requires the enforcement of rules to protect the premises and property of Brink's. Additionally this role functions to protect and ensure the safety of customer and armored vehicles in transit, as well as the safety of persons on the premises of Brink's and its customers, including armored vehicles. Finally this position requires the selected candidate to be able to provide outstanding customer service to all BGS customers when delivering liability and assisting them with their shipping needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive daily delivery routes and work closely with branch leadership both on the BGS and CIT side of the business to ensure all paperwork and liability related documentation is accurate prior to leaving the branch.
• Maintain a position on tarmac in order to monitor shipments being transferred on and off of the aircraft.
• Provide secured delivery of all customer liability and ensure that each customer receives outstanding level of service during each transaction/interaction.
• Ensure that all liability is appropriately secured and maintained inside and outside the company vehicle.
• Assist the location Sort Operation as necessary in the movement of liability and other secured valuables from the facility to the vehicles and back.
• Ensure that all DOT regulations are maintained and followed as well as all traffic regulations and relative guidelines.
• Enforce and report all security or safety violations to the Supervisor of Operations or Operations Manager as well as any unusual and suspicious situations that have occurred during daily assignments.
• Provide security by adhering to the General Security Regulations and other directives handed down by the management
• Cross-train and perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 6 months of experience as a courier or guard working a secured logistics environment or where valuable liability is stored and managed.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• A current & valid driver's license.
• Satisfy all applicable Department of Transportation requirements
• A valid weapons permit or ability to pass applicable weapons licensing requirements.
• A valid guard card or ability to obtain a guard card or any other required licenses
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a consistent and regular basis throughout the assigned shift.
• Ability to work weekends and flexible range of hours as needed including holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in freight forwarding / logistics in a secured armed environment
• Experience working closely with customers in the field and supporting a dynamic customer service platform
• Strong attention to detail
• Good basic math skills

Professional Skills:

• Professional, positive demeanor
• Collaborative work style
• Good ethics and integrity - professional, positive demeanor.
• Excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail.

If you have the background and integrity we require and are looking for a challenging opportunity, we hope you will consider employment with Brink's Global Services U.S., Inc. Brink's provides an outstanding total compensation package for this position. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer to eligible employees, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. We also offer a 401(k) Plan.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.