Pedestrian Safety Officer - Airport - Flushing, Queens

Allied Universal

272d • $18 - $19

About The Position

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more. Allied Universal is hiring Pedestrian Safety Officers for an Airport Terminal located in Flushing, Queens.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years verifiable experience.
• Possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner.
• Minimum 3 or more years of experience in traffic management.
• Be adequately trained in flagging operations and be certified as a 'Flagger' by the American Traffic Safety Services Association.
• Proof of Flagger certification must be submitted to the Port Authority before employment.
• Driving Positions: must possess a valid Driver's License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record, and a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy.
• Ability to safely operate a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the efficient and orderly flow of pedestrians by mitigating the competing priorities of vehicular and pedestrian traffic at intersections throughout the facility.
• Direct pedestrians through intersections in coordination with traffic signals while utilizing physical barriers and traffic signs.
• Display exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Handle crisis situations at the client site calmly and efficiently.
• Complete incident/accident reports and submit to a supervisor on the same day such incident/accident occurs for review.
• Work in various environments such as cold weather, rain/snow or heat.
• Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds.
• Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift.
• Stand or walk on various surfaces for long periods of time.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Employee assistance programs
• Company discounts
• Perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: High school or GED