Armed Security / Custody Agent
Bedford, VA
Armed Security / Custody Agent
Full-time
Bedford, VA
$21.00-$22.00/hour
Job Description
This position is for full-time Alternative Transport Drivers. The Drivers will be required to be registered as Unarmed Security Officers with Virginia DCJS. Training will be provided if needed. The Drivers will be stationed at our Bedford, Virginia location. The driver will be dispatched to various locations in Lynchburg to pick up TDO persons and transport to specific facilities throughout the state of Virginia.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely transport TDO persons to designated location
- Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations while operating the vehicle
- Conduct pre and post trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure it is in proper working condition and all equipment is in vehicle
- Load and unload cargo as necessary - must be able to lift 50 Lbs.
- Maintain accurate records of completed transports, including receipts and signatures
- Communicate with dispatch to receive transport instructions and updates
- Follow established routes and schedules to ensure timely transports
- Strong conflict management skills to handle challenging situations that may arise during the transport and ability to de-escalate
Requirements
- Must be registered as Unarmed Security Officer with Virginia DCJS - training will be provided if needed
- Valid state motor vehicle operator's License (Required)
- Must have a clean driving record and bring your DMV record to the interview
- High school or equivalent (Required)
- Must pass a background investigation
- Must be able to pass random drug testing
- Strong conflict management skills to handle challenging situations that may arise during the transport and ability to de-escalate
- Must have excellent reading, writing and communication skills
- Must have reliable transportation to and from work
- CPR and First Aid certification is desirable or you will be trained (Required)
- CIT Training preferred, Training will be provided
- 1 year Unarmed Security and/or Transport experience (Required)
- Previous experience as a Transport Driver or in a similar position preferred
- Familiarity with security procedures is a plus
- English (Required)
- Guard Card (Required)
- First Aid Certification (Required)
- CPR Certification (Required)
- Writing skills (Required)
- Security experience (Required)
Schedule
- Full-time position
- Stationed at Lynchburg, Virginia location
- Dispatched to various locations in Lynchburg
Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage starting from $18.00 per hour
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
- Training provided for Virginia DCJS registration if needed
- CPR and First Aid training provided if needed
- Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) provided
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please click the "Apply Now" button below to submit your application. Include your security license number, DCJS of Virginia license information, military or law enforcement experience, and availability for shift work.