Airport Security Agent

Job description

In order to be officially considered for the role, CANDIDATES NEED TO APPLY DIRECTLY THOUGHT THE FOLLOWING LINK:

https://app.jobvite.com/j?aj=o8PBlfwD&s=Marathon_TS

About the Mission You Will Join:

MARATHON TS Corp is a privately-owned company providing aviation security services for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and privatized airports. MARATHON TS participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) – Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Screening Partnership Program (SPP) by providing passenger, employee, and checked baggage screening services at various airports across the United States.

MARATHON TS’s mission is to work on the high priority of our nation’s critical air travel infrastructure and has been recognized as a leader in protecting foreign and domestic travelers within our borders.

Your Impact to the Mission:
Wouldn’t it be great to build your career supporting our nation's first line of defense against threats to our air traffic? At MARATHON TS, you will have the opportunity utilize your great customer service and critical-thinking skills while ensuring the safety of the traveling public. As a Transportation Security Officer (TSO) working alongside a team of aviation security professionals, you will be responsible for identifying dangerous objects in property and/or on passengers; and preventing those objects from being transported onto aircrafts. Additionally, the Transportation Security Officer (TSO) will be responsible for:

• Operating various screening equipment.
• Conducting passenger pat-downs and property searches; lifting/carrying bags (up to 50 pounds), bins and property.
• Continuously and effectively interacting with the public by giving directions and responding to inquiries providing the traveling public with the highest levels of customer service and professionalism.
• Providing effective decision making in both crisis and routine situations; maintain focus and awareness within a stressful distracting environment.

Experience Needed to Be Successful:

· No prior security experience required; all required training is provided and compensated.

· Must possess excellent communication skills with proficiency in the English language; ability to read, write, speak and comprehend.

· Must possess excellent communication skills with proficiency in the English language; ability to read, write, speak and comprehend.

· Ability to operate security equipment at screening checkpoints.

· Attention to detail, interpersonal skills with established reliable work values.

· Ability to successfully complete required classroom, on-the-job training, and certification exams.

· Able to work irregular hours and/or shifts including holidays and weekends.

· Ability to retain knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures and follow verbal and written instructions.

Basic Qualifiers:

· Education Requirement: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

· Can Additional Years of Experience Substitute for Degree? Yes. A minimum of one year of full-time work experience in security aviation screening or x-ray technician work

· Required Certification(s): None

· Age requirement: Must be 18 years of age

· Work Status Required: US Citizen

Other conditions of Continued Employment:

Individuals must meet set medical standards to be eligible for this position:

· Hearing, vision screening (20/20 corrected), color test, blood pressure, agility, and standard drug screening.

Compensation:

· Hourly Wage: $17.50 per hour

· Total Compensation: $23.90 per hour including hourly wage, benefits, and retirement options.

Benefits:
MARATHON TS offers a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits are offered for employees working 30 hours per week or more and include: medical insurance, life insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, short term disability, long term disability, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, 401k/401a plans, and an employee referral program.

Travel and Telecommuting:

· Telecommute Option: No

· Relocation: Relocation is not provided.

· Travel: None currently. However, in the foreseeable future it may require travelling to Glynco, GA for 2 weeks to complete required training at the FLETC Training Academy or at another location determined by the TSA. This will be followed with on-the-job training and required certification testing.

MARATHON TS Employees envision the future. We hold ourselves accountable and hold each other to equally high standards. Our people recognize and reward greatness and are humble in doing so. MARATHON TS Employees understand big accomplishments take a team. Our people learn from both our mistakes and successes; we pursue improvement relentlessly, objectively and without bias. We share our thoughts and ideas with purpose and transparency. We commit to the mission, the customer and to each other. We love being nimble and producing results.

Our team is one of the best in the business.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• No experience needed

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rochester, NY 14624: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent?
• Do you currently have any issues with your credit / credit score? (If you are unsure, there is more detail in Job Description)
• Do you meet the US CITIZEN requirement?
• There is a link to apply to this job externally in the Job Description. Make sure you click the link either before or after submitting the Indeed application.
• Are you able to pass an employee drug screening?

Work Location: One location

Salary : $18 - $24