Cargo Security Escort

Pinkerton • Fountain Valley, CA

8d • $43 - $45

About The Position

170+ Years Strong. Industry Leader. Global Impact. At Pinkerton, the mission is to protect our clients. To do this, we provide enterprise risk management services and programs specifically designed for each client. Pinkerton employees are one of our most important assets and critical to the delivery of world-class solutions. Bonded together, we share a commitment to integrity, vigilance, and excellence. Pinkerton is an inclusive employer who seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our family of industry subject matter experts. The Cargo Security Escort, assigned to a specific client, will meet with transport drivers to approve routes, oversee the loading of high-value cargo, and ensure security procedures are followed throughout transit. This role includes activating dashcams, monitoring loading and unloading, addressing security concerns, and compiling incident reports, while also handling post-operation equipment returns and identifying any deficiencies. The part-time positions will work anywhere from 4 to 12 hour shifts and be reimbursed for mileage.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with law enforcement, military, and/or security experience.
• Current California Driver's License, California Guard Card, Exposed Firearm Permit, and CCW/HR218 required.
• Safe driving practices.
• Problem resolution skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Situational security awareness skills.
• Able to complete assignments with little supervision.
• Computer knowledge; Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Represent Pinkerton’s core values of integrity, vigilance, and excellence.
• Meet with the assigned transport driver to discuss and approve the designated route.
• Oversee the loading of the high-value cargo.
• Ensure the dashcam is activated during the entire transport.
• Escort the high-value cargo by adhering to pre-approved routes.
• Conduct security oversight during the unloading process, adapting to specific protocols as determined by the shipping vendor.
• Communicate with various shipping vendors to address any concerns or identified risks.
• Prepare comprehensive incident reports for any events, occurrences, or deviations that require documentation.
• Return to the client site post-operations to securely deposit equipment, including dash cameras and locks.
• Identify and escalate equipment deficiencies/failures.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefit options include employer-paid life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D, medical, (HSA) Health Savings Account, (FSA) Flexible Savings Account, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(K), paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holidays) and several employee assistance-related programs.
• This information provides a brief benefit overview. Upon the acceptance of an employment offer, the new employee will receive comprehensive plan details based on specific eligibility rules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED