Armed Security

Cascadia Global Security
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2024

About the position:

  • Position available: Armed Security Officer
  • Employment type: FT/PT
  • FLSA status: Non-Exempt
  • Pay: $23.00 - 25.00 per hour DOE
  • Daily pay options available. Pay out as soon as next day! 
  • Hiring Immediately!

We have a wide variety of job sites located throughout the Portland metro area (including areas such as Beaverton, Hillsboro, Clackamas, SE Portland etc.)

About us:

Cascadia Global Security (CGS) is a veteran-owned, nationwide security company based in the Pacific Northwest. We are growing rapidly and need you on our team! Our Security Specialists range from active-duty military personnel to veterans to civilians looking for a job with upward mobility and employee-centered management. If you want to be a part of something exciting with opportunities for growth, training, and promotion in the local area and across the US, this is the job for you.

Are you ready for a challenge? Do you have personal responsibility, integrity, and a desire to do serious work that matters? Then we have a place for you.

With unarmed, armed, surveillance, and mobile patrol sites, we expect a lot from our team members. In return, expect some of the highest pay rates and best benefits in the industry.

Cascadia Global Security – Dare to Do.

We will provide and pay for all licensing and training!

Additionally:

Cascadia Global Security is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. CGS does not discriminate based on race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, or discharge will be decided based on qualifications, merit, competence, and business needs. 

Hiring Immediately!

Armed Security Responsibilities:

  • Access Control
  • Investigate and report maintenance and safety conditions that may endanger the client, its associates, or public safety
  • Patrols are assigned on foot to maintain visibility and observe possible unusual activities at client facilities.
    • Patrols may be assigned in a company-marked vehicle provided the candidates' driving history is exemplary.
  • Theft and vandalism determent
  • Ensure the client, its associates, and facility personnel are provided with a safe and professional work environment
  • Ensure that daily administrative documentation is always kept concise and complete
  • Uniform attire and grooming standards must be maintained while in uniform
  • Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications and skills:

  • Minimum 21 years of age
  • Basic computer skills and report-writing experience
  • Available to work shifts during nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check
  • Must be able to handle stressful situations and emergencies
  • Candidates should be able to provide body armor:
    • Tactical outer carrier
    • Concealed inner carrier
    • 3a Soft armor
    • Duty belt with MOLLE attachments
    • OC spray, handcuffs, and baton.
    • Provide own duty weapon 
      • With at least 2 spare magazines 

Pay and Benefits:

  • Salary: $23.00 - 25.00 per hour depending on experience
    • Daily pay options available. Pay out as soon as next day! 
  • 50% paid Medical/ Dental/ Vision/ and Free Life insurance for Full-time employees available after the first 60 days.
  • Additional insurance offerings such as Critical Care coverage, Hospital Insurance, Accidental Insurance, and Pet Insurance
  • Uniforms provided
  • Advancement opportunities for personal protection, executive security, and management potential

For more information, please go to our website at cascadiaglobalsecurity.com

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Security: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Preferred)
  • Active Armed Security License (Required)

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