Armed Security Specialist: Protect People, Assets & Transports

Texas Precious Metals; Shiner (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Profit Sharing

Counseling

Job summary

Texas Precious Metals is seeking a Security Specialist to provide armed security for employees, facilities, transports, and assets. Responsibilities include monitoring access, patrols, reporting, and responding to threats while maintaining safety and compliance.

The role requires firearms knowledge and successful firearms qualification, along with state licenses. Work is on-site, with benefits such as health insurance and retirement options. Training and adherence to protocols are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have, or obtain within 30 days of employment, a Texas License to Carry Handgun.
• Must have, or obtain within 90 days of employment, Level 2 and Level 3 Texas Private Security licenses.

Responsibilities

• Provide armed security to protect employees and company assets.
• Provide armed security during secure transports as necessary.
• Open and close the secure facility according to established protocols.
• Patrol and monitor company premises regularly to discourage criminal activity and maintain a safe, secure environment.
• Control the entrance and departure of employees, visitors, contractors, and vehicles according to protocols.
• Monitor surveillance cameras for disruptions or unlawful activity.
• Test security systems and, when needed, operate X-ray machines and metal detectors.
• Use provided communication devices, including two-way radios, clearly and concisely.
• Address trespassers and violators and detain perpetrators while following legal protocols until relevant authorities arrive.
• React tactically to dangerous situations involving criminal elements.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of firearms and firearms safety and successfully pass required firearms qualification.
• Inspect delivery vehicles and oversee the secure loading and unloading of shipments.
• Provide management with detailed reports of daily activities and incidents.
• Perform CPR or first aid when needed.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Security protocols

Security systems

Firearms knowledge

Tactical awareness

Communication

Independence

Attention to detail

Stress management

Education

Texas License to Carry Handgun

Texas Private Security Licenses L2 & L3

Tools

Two-way radios

Job description

Texas Precious Metals is seeking a Security Specialist to provide armed security for employees, facilities, transports, and assets. Responsibilities include monitoring access, patrols, reporting, and responding to threats while maintaining safety and compliance.

The role requires firearms knowledge and successful firearms qualification, along with state licenses. Work is on-site, with benefits such as health insurance and retirement options. Training and adherence to protocols are essential.