Security Agent

San Diego 386•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ACTS-Aviation Security, Inc. is hiring Security Agents at San Diego International Airport in San Diego, California. The role supports aviation security through equipment inspections, cargo screening, aircraft monitoring, passenger wanding, gate guarding, and observation of unit activity and facility surroundings. Agents work to customer specifications and may perform other duties assigned by management. The position offers an opportunity for advancement in aviation security. The role requires working in cold temperatures and nonstandard hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Employees must be able to bend, push, and regularly lift up to 30 pounds. New employees must complete an FBI fingerprint check for a SIDA badge and a 10-year background check (10 years listed; 5 years verified). Candidates are also subject to pre-employment drug screening, criminal checks, and/or airport fingerprinting. The listed wage rate is $20.00, increasing with service to $20.20 after one year, $20.40 in the second year, $21.22 in the third year, and $21.64 in the fourth year. The position reports to an Operations Supervisor or Operations Manager, depending on unit size; activities are overseen by a Lead or Senior Lead, depending on unit size.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Complete an FBI fingerprint check for a SIDA badge and a confirmed 10-year background check (10 years listed; 5 years verified).
Must not have been convicted of any listed FAA Disqualifying Crimes.
Ability to bend, push, and regularly lift up to 30 pounds to perform essential job functions.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must hold a valid U.S. driver’s license.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be willing to work in cold temperatures.
Written and oral communication skills in English.
Must undergo pre-employment drug screening, criminal check, and/or airport fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

Inspect airline equipment and check for unauthorized items.
Screen cargo using the equipment or method designated by the customer and according to customer specifications.
Perform aircraft monitoring, passenger wanding, and gate guarding according to customer specifications.
Observe and monitor unit activity and facility surroundings when not performing inspection or validation duties.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.