Armed Guard - Columbus

Job Description

We are looking for 1 armed guard to work in and around Columbus at various federal locations/sites/buildings.

Work schedule is Monday-Friday with random weekends, nights, and holidays as required.

All armed security officers provide services at designated federal buildings/installations.

All applicants are to submit an updated resume.

Synopsis

FPS Protective Security Officers (PSOs) are primarily responsible to perform security and monitoring work such as securing federal buildings and property, protecting personnel, equipment and material, and controlling access to work locations by employees and visitors. The PSO will respond to emergencies, conduct inspections and perimeter checks, and access control.

Licensing Requirements

All applicants must have a valid OPOTA Certification (Ohio Armed Security License (issued by the State of Ohio).

Job Requirements

Clean background check (no felonies or domestic violence/assault charges)

U.S. Citizen / hold a social security card

Must have a high school diploma or GED

Minimum of 21 years of age

Shall fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English

Pass a Medical Evaluation (to be paid for by the company)

Drug Screen (to be paid for by the company)

The company will assist in processing for federal background clearances

Certification Requirements

OPOTA Certification

Valid Driver’s License

CPR/First Aid/AED (training provided by the company)

Training Requirements

All applicants must be 100% trained in both classroom and range/weapons prior to standing post. The government requires that all applicants attend:

1 week of classroom training and 1 week of range training, followed by 2 days of x-ray/screening training. All training is paid for by the company and all applicants will receive training pay.

All uniforms/gear/duty weapon/ammo is provided by the company.

All guards on this contract belong to a union.

Pay

$31.70 an hour plus $5.40 (for health and welfare per hour).

Benefits:

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Schedule: varies

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift

12 hour shift

8 hour shift

Day shift

Evening shift

Holidays

Monday to Friday

Night shift

Overtime

Weekends as needed

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift

12 hour shift

8 hour shift

Day shift

Evening shift

Monday to Friday

Night shift

Overtime

Weekends as needed

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Armed Security License (Ohio OPOTA) (Required)

Work Location: In person

Full-time