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loomis

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus for candidates with a valid OPOTA Certificate As an Armed Driver Guard, you work with your team to ensure the safe and secure pickup and delivery of cash, coin, and valuables.

loomis

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus for candidates with a valid OPOTA Certificate As an Armed Driver Guard, you work with your team to ensure the safe and secure pickup and delivery of cash, coin, and valuables.

City of Riverside, OH

Police Cadet

Dayton, OH · On-site

$55.12K/yr

Maintain full-time enrollment and satisfactory progress in an OPOTA-certified basic police academy. * Learn and demonstrate knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

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An OPOTA job refers to a position requiring certification from the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA). This certification is necessary for law enforcement roles such as police officers, sheriff's deputies, and other security-related positions in Ohio. OPOTA training ensures that individuals meet state standards for law enforcement duties, including firearms handling, legal procedures, and physical training.

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To thrive as an OPOTA-certified peace officer, you need a solid understanding of law enforcement procedures, criminal law, and investigative techniques, supported by successful completion of an OPOTA-approved police academy and certification from the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy. Proficiency in using law enforcement technology, firearms qualification, and standardized report-writing systems are essential for daily operations. Strong communication, integrity, decisiveness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills in this position. These competencies ensure effective public safety service, legal compliance, and professionalism in both routine and high-stress situations.

What typical career advancement opportunities are available for OPOTA-certified peace officers within law enforcement agencies?

OPOTA-certified peace officers often have access to a variety of career advancement opportunities within law enforcement, such as becoming detectives, sergeants, or specialized unit members like K-9, narcotics, or SWAT teams. Advancement usually depends on continued education, years of service, demonstrated leadership, and passing promotional exams. Agencies may also offer specialized training or tuition assistance for those seeking roles in community policing, administration, or crime analysis. Developing strong investigative, leadership, and interpersonal skills can enhance your ability to move into supervisory or specialized positions over time.
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Armed Driver Guard - $1500 SIGN ON BONUS for candidates with a valid OPOTA Certificate

Armed Driver Guard - $1500 SIGN ON BONUS for candidates with a valid OPOTA Certificate

loomis

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus for candidates with a valid OPOTA Certificate 

 Job Description

As an Armed Driver Guard, you work with your team to ensure the safe and secure pickup and delivery of cash, coin, and valuables.

Responsibilities

  •        Drive automatic armored vehicles and other vehicles on designated routes servicing customer locations
  •        Service ATMs and Smart Safes
  •        Service customer stops, including delivering customer change orders and picking up deposits.
  •        Load/unload vehicle cargo including multiple bags and boxes of coins
  •        Count items, record, and sign for cargo items
  •        Other duties as assigned by management

 Requirements

  •        At least 21 years of age
  •        At least a 3-year driving record
  •        Ability to obtain Medical Examiners Certificate via US Department of Transportation approved medical examiners
  •        A valid firearms permit or ability to pass applicable firearms requirements may be required

**Loomis will pay for security and firearms qualifications, licensing and permitting. 

Working Conditions

  •         Full-time schedule potentially consisting of an average 40 to 50 hours/week, with minimum of 5 days during a 6-day period. Occasional weekend work
  •        Approximately 90-95 percent of work performed in air-conditioned vehicle within individual compartments (front and rear)

Essential Duties/Job Qualifications 
As part of the qualification process for the Armed Driver Guard position, a Human Performance Evaluation (HPE) is required. This evaluation requires successful completion of testing in the following areas:
Lift:
- 25lbs vertical lift from 10 inches to 66 inches from the floor (1X)
Lift-Carry:
- 18lbs vertical lift from 1 inch to 44 inches from the floor, and horizontally transfer 15ft (4X)
- 18lbs vertical lift from 10 inches to 36 inches from the floor and horizontally transfer 300ft (1X)
- 50lbs vertical lift from 10 inches to 36 inches from the floor and horizontally transfer 2ft (2X)
Push-Pull:
- Horizontally transfer 47lbs of force on a sled (single, non-dominant arm), a distance of 1ft (2X)
Repetitive Coupling:
- Squeeze Jamar Hand Dynamometer requiring forces up to 30lbs / both right & left hands (4X)
Climb:
- Ascend / Descend a step with heights of 16. 21 & 24 inches from the floor (10X)
Benefits

Loomis offers one of the most comprehensive employees benefit packages in the industry, which includes:

  • Vacation and Sick Time (PTO) as well as Paid Holidays
  • Health & Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • $1500 Sign-on Bonus for candidates with a valid OPOTA Certificate 
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Basic Life Insurance Plan
  • Voluntary Life Insurance Plan
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
  • Dependent Care Account
  • Industry leading Training and Development

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