What are the responsibilities and job description for the Armored Truck Driver/Messenger position at Fortress Armored?
Driver & Armed Messenger
Fortress Armored Services Company
Lawndale, CA
Starting at $21 hour - Full-time,
- Signing bonus $1,000 No experience/ $2,500 with experience
Benefits
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule
Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off
Vision insurance
Full Job Description
Driver Guard / Armed Messenger
- Lawndale, California
- Cash Logistics
- FAS005
- Starting $21.00 hr
Posted Date: April 14th 2026 Closing Date: April 30th 2026
Driver & Armed Messenger
Do you enjoy work that keeps you moving throughout the day? Are you looking to join a high-performing team with a growing company and excellent benefits? Are you a security professional seeking an opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment as you grow your career? If this sounds like you, read on, as we may have a great opportunity for you!
About Fortress Armored: Fortress Armored Services company is a Los Angeles based company dealing with all aspects of cash logistics. The professional staff we employ has a combined 20 years in CIT and cash vault operations. Fortress is seeking highly qualified individuals who have strong driving and security skills for challenging positions as armed Driver/Messengers.
Job Description
- Deliver and pick up valuables at customer locations, banks and cash vaults
- Guard and maintain the safety and security of our employees, vault, and liability at all times
- Operate armored trucks in a safe manner, abiding by all state and local driving regulations
- Ability to work alone and maintain tactical procedures to ensure a secure environment
- Able to work weekends, holidays and/or extended hours
- Maintain radio communication with the vehicle crew and dispatch personnel to ensure a secure transaction
- Other duties as required
The Qualifications You Must Have:
- Minimum of 21 years of age
- A valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
- Valid Guard card Permit is required
- Ability to lift at least 50-75 pounds
- Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
- Exposed Firearms Permit (Required)
- US work authorization (required )
The Additional Qualifications We Prefer:
- Six months experience in an Armed Security position, or any military experience, one year experience in transportation of goods and/or 6 months experience in Armored Transportation
- Trained in the use of firearms (Preferred)
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Security: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Exposed Firearms permit (Required)
- Guard Card Permit (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you own a firearm ?
Experience:
- Armored Truck: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Guard Card (Required)
- Exposed Firearms Permit (Required)
Work Location: On the road