MCO Security Screener

Covenant • Orlando, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Covenant Aviation Security (CAS) is hiring professional Security Screeners to support airport security operations at Orlando International Airport. Security Screeners help maintain a safe and secure environment by controlling access to restricted areas, verifying credentials, conducting inspections, monitoring activity, and enforcing security procedures in accordance with airport regulations and company policies. The role provides a visible security presence and calls for professionalism, vigilance, customer service, and commitment to safety and security.

Screeners work at airport facilities and access points, including guard shacks, exterior access control points, loading docks, perimeter gates, and patrol vehicles. They monitor, screen, and search personnel, vehicles, cargo, deliveries, and other property entering airfield and restricted areas. Duties take place indoors and outdoors, with most assigned work performed outdoors and potentially involving prolonged exposure to varied weather, vehicle traffic, aircraft activity, and other airport operations.

The starting hourly rate is $18.47. CAS offers eligible employees benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company matching, paid time off, company-paid life insurance, an employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, company-furnished uniforms where applicable, and paid training and professional development. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan provisions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid Florida driver's license or identification card.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required airport credentials, badges, and access privileges.
• Ability to comply with airport and company appearance standards, including restrictions on facial piercings and tattoos.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English; ability to communicate verbally and in writing, follow instructions, provide professional customer service, and complete computer-based reports and documentation.
• Ability to learn and apply security procedures, post orders, and operational requirements.
• Ability to successfully complete required training and assessments.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to safely work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions.
• Physical ability to stand or walk for extended periods, bend, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, run, and perform self-defense as required; lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in access control, screening, patrol, or security operations.
• At least one year of experience conducting vehicle and property searches in a security, military, law enforcement, airport, or related environment.
• Experience preparing incident reports and maintaining security documentation.
• Experience working in a fast-paced public environment.

Responsibilities

• Report to the assigned post on time, fit for duty, and in the required uniform.
• Maintain a professional presence, vigilance, and situational awareness.
• Control access to designated airport facilities, secured areas, and restricted locations.
• Verify identification credentials, badges, and access authorizations according to established procedures.
• Inspect persons, property, deliveries, and vehicles as required by post orders and security protocols.
• Monitor assigned areas and report unusual, suspicious, or unauthorized activity.
• Enforce access-control measures and security procedures to protect people and client assets.
• Conduct post and equipment inspections and review pass-down information.
• Operate security equipment and screening devices according to established procedures.
• Prepare accurate activity logs, reports, incident reports, and other required documentation.
• Respond appropriately to incidents, emergencies, and security concerns and notify supervisors as required.
• Provide customer service to airport employees, contractors, visitors, and the traveling public.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable post orders, directives, procedures, and operational requirements.
• Perform vehicle inspections according to post orders and security procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, effective the first day of the month following 60 days of continuous employment.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Company-furnished uniforms where applicable.
• Paid training and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED