Armed Transport Officer

GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES•Lubbock, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide safe, secure, and humane armed ground transportation for individuals in custody across Texas and occasionally New Mexico and Oklahoma in support of secure detention operations. The role performs routine and high-security contract transport services between state and local law enforcement partners, federal government offices, and designated detention facilities. It requires strict adherence to government detention standards, security protocols, and chain-of-custody procedures, along with situational awareness, safe driving skills, sound judgment, professionalism, and accountability. This is a full-time, non-exempt hourly position with no teleworking and no stated travel requirement. The listed pay is $30 per hour ($24.91 base plus $5.09 in health and welfare benefits); pay may vary based on market location and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The position is anticipated to start as early as January 2027. Locations are Abilene, Fort Stockton, Amarillo, Lubbock, Midland, San Angelo, Tyler, Hallettsville, and Corpus Christi, Texas.

Requirements

Hold a Texas Level III Armed Security License, or possess a Level II License and be prepared to complete Texas Level III Armed training.
Possess or be willing to obtain a registered approved 9mm semi-automatic pistol, .40 caliber handgun, or .45 ACP handgun.
Have a valid driver's license and a clean Motor Vehicle Record.
Have at least one year of experience in commercial security, military service, or law enforcement/corrections.
Provide proof of citizenship or legal U.S. work authorization.
If prior active-duty military, provide copies of DD214(s) showing discharge condition.
Consent to fingerprinting.
Read, write, speak, and understand English proficiently.
Be at least 18 years of age.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Have a clean criminal record and be able to pass a comprehensive background check and security screening.
Pass a pre-employment medical assessment and drug screening.
Demonstrate excellent communication, observation, and report-writing skills.
Remain calm and effective under pressure and in high-stress situations.
Be able to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Class B CDL with P endorsement preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles, restraints, communication equipment, safety gear, and operational supplies.
Monitor detainee behavior and security conditions during transport and respond to disturbances, emergencies, escape risks, and other operational concerns.
Apply and monitor restraints in accordance with facility procedures, transportation protocols, and approved security requirements.
Maintain transportation logs, mileage records, detainee movement documentation, vehicle inspection reports, and other operational paperwork.
Search detainees, transport vehicles, equipment, and operational areas for contraband, prohibited items, or safety concerns.
Operate radios, phones, GPS systems, emergency communication equipment, and transportation tracking systems during assigned transports.
Coordinate schedules, routing plans, appointments, and detainee movements with detention personnel, healthcare staff, court officials, and outside agencies.
Respond to vehicle incidents, medical emergencies, operational disruptions, and detainee behavioral issues, initiating appropriate emergency procedures and notifications.
Ensure transportation operations comply with government detention standards, vehicle safety regulations, facility security procedures, and company policies.
Maintain accountability for assigned equipment, including restraints, keys, radios, firearms if applicable, emergency gear, and transportation resources.
Maintain professionalism, observational skills, effective communication, and sound decision-making while supporting secure detainee transportation.