Security Officer Aviation Screening Technician

Allied Universal•Fort Lauderdale, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Aviation Screening Technician in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, you will support a secure and welcoming environment at a government airport development location. You will screen people and property, monitor access points, identify potential security-related concerns, provide customer service, communicate clearly with visitors and staff, and help maintain orderly operations.

Requirements

Possess 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or a college degree.
A guard card is required.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience is preferred.
X-ray screening experience is preferred.
Access control or badge experience is preferred.
A state-, county-, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, and airport personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
Screen individuals, accessible property, and designated entry points in accordance with established airport and government procedures.
Monitor access to restricted and public areas, verify credentials as required, and report unauthorized access concerns or suspicious activity.
Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate airport personnel and emergency responders.
Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned terminal, landside, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential hazards.