Unarmed Mobile Search Officer
Allied Universal is hiring a Mobile Search Officer. The Mobile Search Officer will operate and screen all incoming delivery vehicles, to our customer's facilities, using the Vehicle Search Truck. The Mobile Search Officer ensures all vehicles and cargo are properly screened for explosives, hazardous materials, narcotics, weapons, or other contraband.
Responsibilities :
- Conduct safety checks
- Direct the vehicle to be inspected to the proper location to perform visual inspection
- Observe any traffic (pedestrians or vehicles) during the scan process and alert Mobile Search personnel of impending safety concerns
- Operate the Scan Drive system to navigate between the Search Vehicle and Target Vehicle
- Initialize system electronics and X-ray machine
- Evaluate X-ray images to determine if hazards / contraband exist
- Determine which X-ray images will be archived, printed, or discarded
- Follow protocols in the event a suspicious package or improvised explosive device (IED) is found; close down operations, cease operations and evacuate facility
- Resolution of conflict upon encounter of a vehicle driver that is belligerent, offensive, or uncooperative; deny entry to the receiving docks if necessary
- Deny entry to drivers without proper identification, drugs present in the vehicle, weapons violations, etc.
- Perform daily and weekly maintenance inspections of all required equipment
- Operate Boom Control Box for travel and to deploy the detector and attach the safety gates.
Qualifications :
Must possess one or more of the following :Associate's degree or technical certification in mechanical or electrical field of studyMinimum of one (1)-year work experience utilizing X-ray technology in a security screening settingHigh school diploma or equivalentLicensing requirements are subject to state and / or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employmentMinimum of three (3) years of military, law enforcement, or security experienceEffective oral and written communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office ApplicationsActive listening skillsAssess and evaluate situations effectivelyIdentify critical Issues quickly and accuratelyWrite Informative, clearly, and accuratelyPlanning and organizing skillsProblem solving skillsEncourage effective teamworkMediate conflict with tact, diplomacyAttending to detailLeadership skillsAbility to cooperate and work with othersBenefits :
Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insuranceEnrollment in our company's 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirementsEight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal daysVacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.