Armed Security Guard - New Orleans, La

Staff Armed Security posts and provide security for the personnel and property of, and visitors to, assigned Government Property.

Responsibilities

• Protect personnel and property in a professional manner
• Meet and deal tactfully and politely with general public and visitors
• Effectively and efficiently screen and process visitors
• Identify, report, delay or detain persons who violate rules and regulations
• Conduct internal and external roving foot patrols
• Detect and respond to alarms and emergencies
• Secure entrances and exits during emergencies
• Control keys and lock combinations
• Communicate and remain accessible via two-way radio or company issued cellular phone
• Understand and comply with all requirements defined within company documents to include Post and General Orders, plans, policies, procedures.
• Observe and report all offenses/incidents
• Complete all reports and paperwork as required
• Provide first aid, CPR, and assist during emergencies as necessary.
• Must be able to wear protective body armor as a part of the duty uniform.
• Maintain mandated training requirements in accordance with company guidance.
• Maintain physical fitness, agility requirements, and weapons qualifications.
• Ensure safety requirements compliance and safe work practices.
• Support safety programs Participate in Quality and Process Improvement programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Regular, in-person attendance is required.

Qualifications

• Be a United States citizen; or a
  • Lawful permanent Resident who is currently a member of, or who possess a verifiable honorable discharge from, any component of the United States Armed Forces
  • Been issued a Social Security Card by the Social Security Administration, which bears the individuals name and social security number
• Experience
  • A minimum of two (2) years of security (armed) or law enforcement experience; or
  • A minimum of two (2) years of honorable service as a member of any U.S. Armed Forces Component.
• Education
  • Received a High School Diploma from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or as identified on a DD 214; or
  • Received a General Equivalency Diploma from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or as identified on a DD 214
• Be a minimum of 23 years of age.
• Have an active/ Current state issued Drivers License.

Training Requirements

This position will require routine in-service training:

• Louisiana Security Armed Guard License
• Louisiana Handgun Permit
• American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification
• MEB/ OC Training/ Certification
• Pre-employment screenings are required for this position.

KR Contracting, Inc. (KRC) and Vision Quest Solutions (VQ), are leaders in professional Armed and Unarmed Security services and operations, specializing in Federal Protective Service. Based in the Washington DC Metro area, we offer our clients and customers over 30 years of experience in federal contracting support, access control, security detail and superior customer service.

Our professionalism, talent, expertise, and ingenuity set us apart. Join KRC/VQ as we expand our reach into local governments, additional federal agencies, and commercial clients! We aim to be a world class leader in all forms of protective services.
$16.20/Hourly Compensation- Total Compensation $20.77/Hourly (including H&W)!!

KRC/VQ are pleased to offer you eleven (11) paid holidays per year, recognized by KRC/VQ. KRC/VQ are also pleased to offer you 80 hours of Paid Time Off, and 56 hours of Sick Time accumulated by time worked.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Heavy work: Exerting up to 200 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must have visual and audio acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment, machines such as fire equipment and apparatuses, firearms and clearing barrels.
• May be subject to outdoor conditions including extreme temperatures and weather
• Subject to high noise levels
• Subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals
• May be required to be fitted for and/or wear a respirator
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, often without breaks, and may be required to climb stairs or ladders and walk-up inclines and on uneven terrain.
• Must meet all physical and psychological standards as required by the contract
• Travel may be required