Full-Time Armed Security - Military Base

DK Security, Inc.; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Firearm & Use of Force Training

CPL reimbursement

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Job summary

DK Security, Inc. is looking for Armed Security Officers in Michigan. The role protects a critical infrastructure site with team patrols, access control, and CCTV monitoring. Requires 21+ years old, a high school diploma or GED, and a Michigan CPL.

Drug screening and background checks apply; felony history disqualifies. Competitive compensation and benefits offered. Officers work on-site, performing foot and vehicle patrols, maintaining safety, and providing excellent customer service to clients

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Must hold a valid Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL).
• Ability to pass drug screening and background checks as required by federal/state law.
• No felony convictions and ability to pass criminal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Guard site buildings, grounds, assets, employees and visitors.
• Conduct foot and vehicle patrols and monitor CCTV.
• Control site access and verify identifications.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain client relations.
• Follow site post guidelines and report incidents to management.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

CCTV monitoring

Foot patrol

Mobile patrol

Fire alarms

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

DK Security is Michigan’s fastest growing security company. Established in 1995, we began as an investigations firm and quickly expanded to provide uniform security, event staff security, loss prevention services, and much more based on the needs of our clients.

Overview

DK Security is Michigan’s fastest growing security company. Established in 1995, we began as an investigations firm and quickly expanded to provide uniform security, event staff security, loss prevention services, and much more based on the needs of our clients. DK Security can provide you an opportunity to grow, develop and meet new people in a professional setting. We offer you the opportunity to enjoy the atmosphere of working on a team in a position that serves a critical purpose. DK has earned a reputable name in the security industry thanks to our outstanding officers that work in the field, and we cannot wait to have you join our team!

Scope

Job Skills / Requirements

Armed Security Officers are responsible for protecting the site’s building, grounds, assets, employees, tenants and visitors against criminal activity, accidents, and fires. Armed Security Officers in this region will protect one of the State's most critical infrastructures: our military bases! You will work on a team to control access to the facility at all entry/exit points and will perform vehicle patrols around the grounds as well.

Full-time Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Hands-On Firearm & Use of Force Training
• CPL Initial Licensure & Renewal Reimbursement**
  • **If you do not have a Michigan CPL (Concealed Pistol License) certification currently, we offer full reimbursement for the cost of obtaining your license, with supporting receipts, after 6 months of continuous employment as an Armed Security Officer in good standing with the company.**
• Voluntary Benefits:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Critical Illness
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Employee Assistance Program

Minimum Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent education certification, such as a GED, per MCL 338.1067
• 17(2).
• Must have a current, valid Concealed Pistol License (CPL)
• Must be able to pass a drug screening at the time of hire and randomly thereafter (including for marijuana). Since our company contracts with the federal government, we must comply to federal laws regarding the use of marijuana, regardless of whether it is used recreationally or medicinally.
• May not have any felony convictions and must be able to pass a criminal background check in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.

Compensation

• $20.00/hr

Primary Responsibilities

As an Armed Security Officer at DK Security, your duties may vary depending on the site you are working. Officers will conduct foot and vehicle patrols dependent on the site location. Additional responsibilities may include:

• Customer Relations - This site is highly reliant on customer relations with clients, resident families, and residents.
• Access Control - Ensure only authorized individuals are allowed access to the site.
• Camera Monitoring - Monitor CCTV for safety and security concerns.
• Foot Patrol - Patrol the interior and exterior of the various buildings on site, keeping an eye out for security, safety, or maintenance issues.
• Mobile Patrol - Patrol parking lots, roads, building exteriors and remote locations in a security vehicle.
• Monitor Fire Alarms - Ensure fire alarms are working accurately.
• Must provide excellent customer service when dealing with visitors, staff, and leadership.
• Observes and reports activities and incidents at assigned client locations.
• Guard posts – this may include building lobbies, gates, reception areas, control centers, etc.
• Conduct periodic foot patrols of the assigned locations.
• Ensure unauthorized persons do not enter restricted areas.
• Ensure a safe and secure environment for all employees and visitors and will enforce policies and procedures for the site location.
• Check for employee and vendor identifications.
• Look for suspicious persons, packages, and activities.
• Respond to emergency situations.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, follow through with client requests, and keep operations managers updated on client communications.
• Must follow and enforce site specific post guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma or GED

Certification Requirements (All)

Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL)

Additional Information / Benefits

DK Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants have rights under federal employment law.

E-Verify Participation Poster

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

Immigrant and Employee Rights – Right to Work

Equal Employment Opportunity – Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Days