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SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartRecruiters, Inc. is seeking a Security/Transportation Aide to operate center vehicles and assist with safety and custodial duties at a Job Corps center in Dayton, OH.

You will work with the Safety/Security team to protect students and property, perform vehicle checks, and file reports. The role includes transporting students to learning activities and appointments while upholding center rules and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in criminal justice desirable, may substitute for experience.
• One year of experience driving; firefighting/law enforcement background helpful.

Responsibilities

• Operate center vehicles to transport students and assist with custodial tasks.
• Check doors, windows, lights, alarms and report malfunctions promptly.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and logs; prepare related motor vehicle reports.
• Transport students to and from work-based learning and medical appointments.

Skills

Driving

Security & Safety

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in criminal justice desirable

One year of experience as a driver

Tools

Unencumbered CDL

Job description

• Compensation: USD 23 - USD 23.68 - hourly

Company Description

Our Job Corps programs provide life-changing services that help young people succeed in school, obtain good jobs, excel in their chosen fields, and serve as contributing members of their communities. We accomplish this through an intense commitment to safety, quality service, excellence, and partnerships.

Job Description

Summary Responsible for operating vehicles for the purpose of transporting passengers and assisting with custodial maintenance functions of the vehicle as required. Works with Safety/Security team to help ensure the security and safety of students and staff, buildings, vehicles, and property by checking persons, center grounds, doors, windows, lighting, appliances, equipment, locks, and emergency equipment. Performs guard and administrative duties to assist in the protection of life and property against theft, misappropriation, fire, flood, or similar disaster.

1. Drives center vehicles.
2. Maintains center vehicles in a clean and safe manner.
3. Performs accurate and timely recording and reporting.
4. Transport non-residential students to and from the center, when necessary.
5. Transports students to and from work-based learning (WBL) and off-center training, activities, and medical/dental appointments.
6. Transports students to and from the center’s designated arrival point using government-paid transportation.
7. Tests fire and intrusion alarms; reports malfunctions.
8. Conducts search and seizures in dormitory as needed by Safety/Security Department.
9. Confiscate contraband, weapons, etc., and deliver confiscated items to the Safety/Security Manager for proper disposal.
10. Assists the Center staff and law officers in controlling disturbances; investigates and prepares reports as needed.
11. Transports students on a scheduled or emergency basis.
12. Assists in transporting ill and/or injured students, staff, or others requiring medical attention.
13. Prepare any related motor vehicle reports.
14. Maintains student accountability in accordance with accountability policy and procedures.
15. Inform staff and students of unsafe practices and conditions.
16. Provides security gate/desk coverage when not operating vehicle; ensures that proper check-out and check-in procedures are followed and properly documented.
17. Performs enforcement duties in accordance with federal law, state statutes, and center rules and regulations to maintain the peace and safety of students and staff.
18. Patrols buildings and grounds to ensure the safety and physical security of buildings and property by checking doors, windows, lights, electrical appliances, equipment, locks, and emergency equipment.
19. Maintains a log of vehicle-related findings and corrective actions taken.
20. Checks identification of personnel seeking entrance to or exit from the grounds and permits or denies entrance or exit according to established policies and procedures.
21. Responds to fire alarms, takes necessary steps to report fires, assists in suppressing fires, and resets alarm equipment.
22. Sets up and checks operation of intrusion alarm systems in buildings as required.
23. Assists staff and law enforcement personnel in controlling disturbances; takes initial reports and conducts preliminary investigation of crimes.
24. Models, mentors, and monitors the positive normative culture of the center.
25. Acts as a responsible custodian for the assigned center property.
26. Reports violations of unethical behavior.
27. Suggests opportunities for continuous operational improvement and a reduction of waste.
28. Identifies and reports on environmental health and safety concerns.
29. Able to maintain a 75% or higher on employee scorecard.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience
• Associate’s degree in criminal justice is desirable and may be substituted for experience.
• One year of experience in firefighting, law enforcement, or safety and security desired
• Previous experience working with youth preferred.
• One year of experience as a driver.

Certifications/Competencies

• General knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair
• Ability to maintain a vehicle mechanically.
• Unencumbered CDL.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
• Ability to promote the Career Success Standards (CSS) by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students when necessary, and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions.
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Minimum Eligibility Qualifications

• If the position requires driving, a valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record is required.
• I-9 documentation required to verify authorization to work in the United States
• Successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check and drug test

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.