Armed Security Officer - Education - First Shift - $26/hr

Am-Gard Security; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Job summary

Am-Gard Security is seeking an Armed Security Officer for the Education sector on the first shift in Latrobe, PA. You will monitor access points, observe surroundings, and respond to emergencies, while maintaining a commanding presence on campus.

The role requires ACT 235 certification and a reliable, professional demeanor to protect students and staff. Compensation is $26 per hour with benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage and paid time off; reports to the Operations Manager and

Qualifications

• ACT 235 Certification required.
• Armed security credentials for Pennsylvania.
• Reliable, professional demeanor for school environments.

Responsibilities

• Control access to school facilities.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents.
• Observe, report and protect students and staff.
• Maintain a commanding presence on site.

Skills

Control Access

Respond to Emergencies

Observe, Report, Protect

Command Presence

Education

ACT 235 Certification

Job description

Armed Security Officer - Education - First Shift - $26/hr

Am-Gard has been providing security guard service to the southwestern Pennsylvania region for over 40 years. Incorporated in 1983, Am-Gard is a third-generation family owned and operated Pittsburgh based business. We take pride in our support of the communities we serve and local charities including the City of Pittsburgh Police, Veteran’s Leadership Program, Animal Friends, and the Wounded Warrior project just to name a few. Am-Gard is a member of the Building Owners and Managers Association as well as the American Society for Industrial Security and is proud to be one of the largest locally owned security services company in Pittsburgh.

Am-Gard’s headquarters is located in Pittsburgh and we currently provide approximately 20,000+ hours per week of security services to customers throughout the region. With customers having direct access to Am-Gard’s engaged ownership, coupled with an experienced operations team led by our Director of Operations, we are committed to providing superior security services ensuring a safe and secure environment at all our customer facilities. We believe our experience, commitment to excellence and local heritage make Am-Gard the ideal partner to support our clients security and safety program.

Job Skills / Requirements

Shift Time: Monday through Friday 7:00am to 3:00pm

Armed Security Officer - School Security

• Control Access
• Respond to Emergencies
• Observe, Report, Protect
• Command Presence

Certification Requirements (All)

ACT 235 Certification

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days

This job reports to the Operations Manager