Armed Transportation Officer

Allied Universal • Redding, CA

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About The Position

G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc., an Allied Universal company, is hiring an Armed Transportation Officer to securely transport, guard, and escort individuals from specified sites to designated destinations. Duties include armed transportation, escorting individuals to and from transport vehicles, and monitoring in accordance with customer standards. Transportation services include over-the-road transport, courtroom guarding, security services, and related transportation and guard duties. The officer is responsible for ensuring vehicles are in safe and proper working order, maintaining control of the vehicles, and operating them safely and legally. The position pays $35.96 per hour and is full-time. Availability must include evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays to meet client needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to meet and maintain applicable licensing, including driver’s license or certification requirements.
• California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Armed Security Guard License with a .40-caliber or 9mm endorsement.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Subject to a background investigation, in accordance with applicable laws, as a condition of employment.
• Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• At least two years of driving experience and at least 21 years of age, as required by the Department of Transportation.
• At least three years of experience in any combination of law enforcement, military police, or security officer functions related to correctional operations.
• At least one year of general experience demonstrating the ability to greet and deal tactfully with the public; understand and apply written and verbal orders, rules, and regulations; interpret printed rules, detailed written orders, training instructions, and materials; compose reports; exercise good judgment and alertness; and perform satisfactorily with knowledge of position responsibilities.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write informatively, clearly, and accurately.
• Active listening skills.
• Ability to mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately.

Nice To Haves

• Current and valid Commercial Driver’s License with a Passenger endorsement.
• Fluency in multiple languages, including reading, writing, and speaking.
• Active federal clearance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and prepare transportation vehicles for daily operations, perform pre- and post-trip inspections, and complete paperwork reporting damage or defects.
• Conduct pat-down searches and ensure individuals are properly secured before departure and during transport.
• Obtain and accurately and thoroughly complete all paperwork when picking up individuals at facilities and delivering them to their destinations.
• Operate vehicles safely and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, municipal, and organizational laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

• Health insurance and 401(k) plans for full-time positions.
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts through the perks program, including restaurants and entertainment venues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED