Armed Security Guard/Officer

Meritus Solutions Group LLC•Waco, TX

6d•$18 - $27

About The Position

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.

Requirements

All applicants must have a valid Level 3 from the State of Texas
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.
Level 3 Commission Card
Valid Driver’s License
Valid First Aid/AED/CPR card
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.