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Landscaper I - Military Base Access

Yorktown, VA · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

This position is designated for work on secured sites, including military installations, and requires candidates who are able to obtain and maintain base access credentials. This position involves ...

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Armed Security - Military Base

Armed Security - Military Base

DK Security, Inc

Grand Ledge, MI

$19.89 - $20.09/hr

Part-time

Posted 7 days ago

DK Security rating

4.7

Company rating: 4.7 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 100 rated security

Job description

Armed Security - Military Base

SHIFT OPENING(S): Mon - Sun (various days), 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts

Part-Time (16-36 hours per week based on availability) / Weekend availability is required for this role

RATE OF PAY: $19.89 - $20.09/hour (rates vary by work site)

LOCATION: Greater Lansing, MI

TITLE: Armed Security Officer

ABOUT THE JOB: This position is suited for a flexible person with armed security, military, or law enforcement experience who is willing to go to whichever job site in the Greater Lansing Area they are needed to help secure and protect visitors, grounds, and staff in an armed capacity.

Security officer duties include the following:

Customer Service: Be a positive reflection of the company and yourself by assisting client staff, visitors, and coworkers, and maintaining a positive and professional demeanor.

Observe and Report: Stay alert and be on the lookout for any suspicious activities and incidents.

Security Presence: Maintain a professional appearance and stand guard in and around building lobbies, reception areas, control centers, etc.

Security Officer: Conduct foot and/or vehicle patrols of your assigned areas performing security officer duties as required. DK Security Recruiting Task Manual, 35 of 141

Access Control: Ensure unauthorized persons do not enter restricted areas, check employee and vendor IDs, and follow proper access procedures.

Safety Patrol: Ensure a safe and secure environment for all employees and visitors, enforcing the policies and procedures of the assigned location and reporting any safety concerns.• Emergency Response: Be ready and able to assist in emergencies, including the administering of CPR/First Aid/AED care and communicating with emergency personnel using the proper protocols.

Security Liaison: Maintain professional communication with the client staff, follow through with client requests, and keep the site supervisor/operations manager updated on all client communications.

• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
  • Must be a current holder of a valid, unexpired Michigan CPL.
  • Must have prior armed experience in either armed security, law enforcement, or military roles.
  • Must have either a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Must be of good moral character and have the ability to pass a criminal background check, with no felony convictions, and no misdemeanor convictions for criminal sexual conduct or related offenses, theft, assault, illegal substances, multiple alcohol related offenses, or crimes of moral turpitude, is required.
  • Must be able to pass a psychological evaluation.
  • Must be able to successfully pass a drug test at the time of hire and annually thereafter.
  • Must present a friendly, positive, professional image, adhering to our Appearance and Grooming policy.
  • Must possess excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Must be able to read and write in the English language and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating procedures, maintenance instructions and reports.
  • Intermediate computer skills required – Comfortable with Microsoft Office

DK Security is Michigan’s fastest growing security company. Established in 1995, we began as an investigations firm and quickly expanded to provide uniform security, event staff security, loss prevention services, and much more based on the needs of our clients.

DK Security can provide you an opportunity to grow, develop and meet new people in a professional setting. We offer you the opportunity to enjoy the atmosphere of working on a team in a position that serves a critical purpose. DK has earned a reputable name in the security industry thanks to our outstanding officers that work in the field, and we cannot wait to have you join our team!


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