Armed Transportation Officer

Allied Universal • Sacramento, 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 and safely transport, guard, and escort individuals from specified sites to designated destinations. Duties include armed transportation, escorting individuals to and from vehicles, monitoring individuals in accordance with customer standards, courtroom guarding, and other related transportation and guard services. The officer is responsible for ensuring transportation vehicles are in safe, proper working order and are operated safely and legally, while maintaining control of the vehicles at all times.

The role pays $43.14 per hour and is full-time. Availability is required for evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays to support client needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to meet and maintain applicable licensing requirements, 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 United States citizen.
• Must be at least 21 years old and have at least two years of driving experience, as required by the Department of Transportation.
• At least three years of experience in any combination of law enforcement, military police, or security officer work 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 and detailed written orders and training 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.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable law and a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.

Nice To Haves

• Current, 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 operation; complete pre- and post-trip inspections and paperwork reporting damage or defects.
• Conduct pat-down searches and ensure individuals are properly secured before departure and while in a vehicle.
• Obtain and accurately complete required paperwork when receiving individuals at facilities and delivering them to their destinations.
• Operate vehicles safely and comply with applicable federal, state, municipal, and organizational laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

• Health insurance for full-time positions.
• 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