Uniform Armed Security Specialist - NEEDLES, CA
On-siteNeedles, California, United States
Job Summary
Enforce railroad safety policies, deter burglaries of loaded containers, and inspect inbound and outbound trains for seal exceptions, open doors, or trespassers. Patrol perimeter fences, escort arriving trains, conduct foot patrols of designated lots, and stop all non-employees and private vehicles on the intermodal ramp. Notify railroad police of discrepancies, request emergency personnel for high-risk situations, and escort high-value shipments. Maintain uniform standards and report findings while managing crowd control and VIP protocols. This part-time role offers potential for full-time conversion, features 12-hour shifts, and requires a BSIS Guard Card, BSIS Exposed Firearm Permit, and 40-hour security training. Candidates must possess military or law enforcement experience, valid driver's license, and ability to work in severe outdoor conditions.
Required Qualifications
- Military experience
- Extensive experience in high end security and military or law enforcement
- Valid and current BSIS Guard Card
- PC832
- BSIS Exposed Firearm Permit
- 40-hr Security Guard Training
- Power to Arrest and Terrorism Training
- Exposed Weapons Permit
- CPR/First Responder training/ certs
- Excellent English verbal, comprehension, and written skills
- Access to reliable transportation with the ability to arrive to work on time
- Ability to arrive groomed, clean, dressed and pressed in accordance with uniform standards
- Basic computer knowledge
- Crowd Management techniques
- Individual Client needs/ Sensitivities
- Emergency Egress and evacuation procedures
- Conflict resolution /de-escalation techniques
- VIP Protocol and confidentiality
- Public relations awareness
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%* of the time
- Regularly required to drive, stand, walk, talk, hear, and see (using near vision, far vision, and peripheral vision) to identify and address potential threats or safety concerns
- Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit while remaining alert to surroundings
- Frequently required to use hands or reach with hands and arms at, above, or below shoulder level for various reasons, including detainment
- May occasionally require lifting, pushing, pulling up to 25 pounds
- Regularly works in outdoor weather conditions including severe conditions as seasons dictate
Desired Qualifications
- PC832 a plus
- Bilingual
- Military experience preferred
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