What are the responsibilities and job description for the Armed Security Guard/Officer position at Meritus Solutions Group LLC?
Job description
Job description
Overview
This FULL-TIME/PART TIME position is for an armed security officer at various locations in Waco and Temple at various federal buildings. If you do not have a current Level 3 commission card from Texas, do not apply.
Synopsis
FPS Protective Security Officers (PSOs) are primarily responsible to perform security and monitoring work such as securing federal buildings and property, protecting personnel, equipment and material, and controlling access to work locations by employees and visitors. The PSO will respond to emergencies, conduct inspections and perimeter checks, and access control.
Licensing Requirements
All applicants must have a valid Level 3 from the State of Texas
Job Requirements
· All applicants will undergo a government back ground check to obtain the required security clearance.
Clean background check (no felonies or domestic violence/assault charges)
· U.S. Citizen / hold a social security card
· Must have a high school diploma or GED
· Minimum of 21 years of age
· Shall fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English
· Pass a Medical Evaluation (to be paid for by the company)
· Drug Screen (to be paid for by the company)
· The company will assist in processing for federal background clearances
Only those applicants with 2 years as a licensed armed guard, OR current/previous military (with honorable discharge), OR former law enforcement will be considered.
Certification Requirements
· Level 3 Commission Card
· Valid Driver’s License
· Valid First Aid/AED/CPR card
Training Requirements
All applicants must be 100% trained in both classroom and range/weapons prior to standing post. The government requires that all applicants attend:
· 1 week of range training (in person), followed by 2 days of x-ray/screening training. All training is paid for by the company and all applicants will receive training rate pay.
· All uniforms/gear/duty weapon/ammo is provided by the company.
· All guards on this contract belong to a union.
Pay:
Training Pay for new hires: 17.75 per hour
Once you qualified and on post: $27.00 per hour and additional $4.70 per hour for health and welfare.
Benefits:
· 401(k)
· Health insurance
· Paid time off/Vacation
Sick Leave
· Referral program
Schedule: varies
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Guards do not work nights, weekends, or holidays
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Education:
- Must have a High school diploma or GED at a minimum