Armed Guard IL
$64,937,600–$64,937,600 year
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States or Aurora, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Conduct security operations at Federal sites through access control, roving patrols, and visitor processing. Inspect buildings and grounds for fires, unsafe conditions, and security breaches, while examining doors, windows, and gates to ensure they remain secure. Monitor thermostatic controls in buildings and cold storage, and register inspection trips at watch stations. Regulate vehicle and pedestrian traffic at plant entrances, and apprehend or expel unauthorized persons using armed force if necessary. Report irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking pipes, or malfunctioning equipment to supervisors via radio or telephone. Provide first aid as required and assist management during emergency situations. Work includes overnight shifts and potential call-offs, with a requirement for an Armed Security License, valid driver's license, and 3 years of armed security experience.
Required Qualifications
- 21 years of age or older
- High School Diploma or GED
- Armed Security License for respective city/state
- Valid and current Driver's License for specific state
- Must be a US Citizen
- 3 years of armed security experience within the past 5 years, or Associate degree in related field plus 1 year of security experience, or 3 years of military experience (Active, Reserve, or National Guard) or Successful completion of State certified Police Officer's Standard training (POST) certification course, or Possess a reasonable combination of 1 through 3 as agreed to by the COR (Contracting Officer's Representative)
- Must be able to physically perform all duties per the Post Orders
- Must be able to pass 10-panel drug test and medical/physical exam per SOW (Statement of Work)
- Criminal Background check will be conducted and no final or pending Felony charges/convictions, crime of violence, or serious misdemeanor (nothing greater than a class C misdemeanor) will disqualify applicant from working on this contract
- Be able to read, write and understand English
- If military service is used to meet experience requirement a DD214 must be produced and the discharge must be Honorable
- Applicant must be able to provide employment information for the last five years and three-character references
- Must be available to work all scheduled shifts and be available to work on short notice for call-offs
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Must be capable of handling portable fire extinguishers and other related equipment when necessary
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