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Armed Security Guard

WorkSource Oregon
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2026

Worksource Oregon is partnering with a Portland, OR employer who provides both armed and un-armed uniformed guards to riverside industries. The employer is currently hiring multiple certified Armed Security Guards.


JOB DUTIES

- Provide Access Control Points to several US military assets while at berth.

- Communicate well via phone, radio, and written reports.

- Monitor Access control computer screens for People coming and going from vessels and gates.

- Must communicate and work well with others as you will be working alongside several other security officers and shipyard personnel that are in close proximity throughout the day.

- This is a customer service attitude environment so we will need the security personnel to put their best foot forward to be courteous and pleasant when interacting with visitors and other shipyard staff.


REQUIREMENTS

- At least 3 years experience as an OR DPSST Licensed Armed Security Officer.

- Utilize various Security Officer Reporting App's such as TrackTik

- Be personable, and work well with others.

- Attention to detail is a must.


ADDITIONAL INFO

- This position may require you to be in the elements for long periods at times and there are foot patrols that must be completed.

- This is a customer service attitude environment so we will need the security personnel to put their best foot forward to be courteous and pleasant when interacting with visitors and other shipyard staff.

- Uniforms will be provided but staff must provide their own black tactical pants and steel toed boots. Appearance must adhere to company uniform and appearance standards as these positions work closely with the US Navy.

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