Transportation Officer - Armed (AZ)

G4S Secure Solutions; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Ongoing training programs

Job summary

G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. is hiring a Transportation Officer - Armed. The role covers secure transport, guarding and escorting individuals between sites, complying with customer standards and applicable laws.

The position requires vehicle inspections, safe operation, and precise paperwork. Preference given to candidates with law enforcement, military police, or security experience and appropriate licenses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Background check and drug screen will be conducted.
• Possession of required security licenses and driving qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and prepare transportation vehicles for daily operation; conduct pre- and post-trip inspections and report defects.
• Conduct pat-downs; secure individuals before leaving facilities and during transport; ensure proper paperwork is obtained.
• Operate vehicles safely and in compliance with all laws, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Driving experience

Law enforcement background

Military police experience

Security officer experience

Public interaction

Report writing

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Arizona DPS Armed/Unarmed Security License

CDL with Passenger endorsement

Job description

Transportation Officer - Armed (AZ)

Job Locations

US-AZ-Yuma

Category (Portal Searching): Transportation Security Officer

Business Unit: G4S Secure Solutions

Company Overview

G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Job Description

G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc., an Allied Universal Company, is hiring a Transportation Officer - Armed. The Transportation Officer is responsible for the secure and safe transportation, guarding and escorting, of individuals from specified sites to designated points. Transportation Officer duties include, but are not limited to, armed transportation services, escorting individuals to and from transport vehicles, and monitoring in accordance with customer's standards. Transportation services entail over the road transport services, courtroom guarding, security services, and other related transportation and guard duties. The Transportation Officer is responsible for ensuring that the transportation vehicles are in safe and correct working order. The Transportation Officer is to ensure that they are in complete control of the transport vehicles at all times and that vehicles are operated in a safe and legal manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect and prepare transportation vehicles for daily operation requirements; perform pre- and post-trip inspection of vehicles; fill out required paperwork to report any damage or defects
• Conduct pat-down searches; ensure that individuals are properly secured prior to leaving a facility and while in a vehicle; ensure that all paperwork is obtained and completely accurately and thoroughly when obtaining individuals at a facility and delivering them to their appropriate destinations
• Safe operation of vehicles; ensure that all safety and legal measures are followed at all times while transporting, including but not limited, to all application federal, state, municipal and organizational laws, regulations, policies, and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE)

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to meet and maintain any applicable licensing, including driver's license or certification requirements
• Must be a citizen of the United Sates
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local law; G4S will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law
• Minimum of two (2) years driving experience
• Must possess one or more of the following:
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Law Enforcement Officer
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Military Police Officer
  • Minimum of one (1) year period of active‑dut­y military experience (with an honorable discharge)
  • Minimum six (6) months of experience as a security officer engaged in functions related to detaining civil or administrative detainees
• Employees shall have at least one (1) year of general experience that demonstrates the following:
  • The ability to greet and deal tactfully with the general public
  • Capability of understanding and applying written and verbal orders, rules, and regulations
  • Ability to interpret printed rules and regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials
  • Ability to compose reports
  • Ability to maintain poise and self‑control during extreme situations, such as fires, explosions, civil disturbances, and building evacuations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE)

• Arizona Department of Public Safety issued Unarmed and Armed Security License
• Possession of a current and valid Commercial Driver's License with a Passenger endorsement
• Fluency in multiple languages (reading, writing, and speaking)
• Possession of an active federal clearance

BENEFITS

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more...

Closing

G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.

G4S will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department.