Security Patrol Trainee

JOB SUMMARY

ACS Security is hiring Security Patrol Trainees to work in Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. This is a training program.  These officers are on a promotional path to advance from trainees to armed patrol officers within 6 months of employment. 

BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

Because ACS Security hires the best people, we work hard to provide benefits that make their lives better, so we offer a comprehensive benefits program that includes excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous PTO program and holiday pay; a 401k plan that with generous company matching; company paid short and long-term disability and life insurance benefits. We also offer additional benefits such as a tuition reimbursement program; excellent wellness programs and incentives; free home security monitoring and much more!

Here are some of the top reasons to apply for this role at ACS:

• $20 to $22 per hour – Security Patrol Trainees are generally offered this pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Officers may earn up to $23 per hour with shift differential pay if there are any hours worked on graveyard or weekends
• Eligible for pay increase at 6 months of employment with promotion to an armed patrol officer role.
• Want to earn even more?   Overtime hours and pay are available consistently each week - paid at time and a half 
• Double time pay for Holiday work hours
• Annual merit increase eligibility – market rate increases may also occur 
• Earn unlimited additional income from employee referrals up to $1000.00 per hire
• We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and an outstanding reputation in the industry and in the Los Angeles communities we serve

JOB SPECIFICS

• Work in a company vehicle
• Regular full-time (40 hours a week) hourly position.
• Must be able to work at least one weekend shift
• Swing and graveyard shifts are always available.  May need to be available to work a day shift during initial training

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONISIBILITIES

Will be trained to:

• Monitor and patrol premises to prevent theft, violence, and maintain general security of assigned post
• Thoroughly examine doors, windows, and gates to ensure proper function and security
• Maintain Daily Activity Reports, incident reports and accident reports
• Maintain professional communication with clients and patrons
• Respond to reasonable non-emergency requests and security related requests
• Remain alert and vigilant while on duty to identify and observe any risks to clients or property and address them.
• Request emergency personnel for high-risk situations

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• CA Guard Card
• Baton certificate AND pepper spray permit and equipment.  Candidates must have either the baton certificate OR the pepper spray permit prior to scheduling an interview
• CA Driver’s License with a minimum of 3 years of driving experience, and a clean driving record
• Register, take and pass the BSIS (California Bureu of Security and Investigtive Service) PSI exam (mental evaluation) at a licensed site working with PSI who administers the test within 90 days of employment. This is a state required step to obtain an exposed firearm permit.
• Must be able to take and successfully pass a drug test within 48 hours of the offer and meet the requirements of a background check
• Must provide proof that of submitting an application for a firearm permit and possess a firearm at 6 months of employment or earlier, to continue employment.
• High School graduation or GED
• Must be able to take and successfully pass a drug test within 48 hours of the offer and meet the requirements of a background check

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Proficient verbal communication skills when interacting with clients, emergency services, community members and team members
• Proficient written communication, documentation and report writing skills
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor/appearance while interacting with clients and the general public, including meeting uniform standards
• Strong problem solving, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Ability to use software and applications on a phone to access and input information
• Ability to handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently
• Drive a vehicle in a safe manner.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sit for long periods of time, stand and walk as required
• Drive a vehicle for long periods of time
• Climb and ascend stairs, bend and stoop on occasion
• Hear sounds at normal speaking levels, in person and on the phone

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