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PLE Group
Armed Security Guard - New Mexico Border
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What they do
An Armed Security Officer provides security for property at hospitals, hotels, warehouses or office buildings. Have a license to carry a weapon ranging from a club to a firearm. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.
$43,228 / year median in New Mexico
+10% projected growth
Job Description
ARMED GUARDS-BORDER/CONSTRUCTION SITES ALONG NEW MEXICO-MEXICO BORDER. NEW MEXICO LEVEL III LICENSE REQUIRED . OVERVIEW
Employees will typically work a minimum of 60 hours a week, with some working 72 and 84 hours per week (12-hour Shifts) Weekly payroll. All OT paid in accordance with state law. Work occurs on the New Mexico-Mexico Border. Primary function is to monitor and patrol assigned areas to ensure the safety/security of the client's employees, contractors, and equipment. Must be able to write a comprehensive daily activity report (DAR) in accordance with company standards. Additional opportunities to work in AZ and TX for those with proper licenses Must be able to stand or walk for the entire shift minus scheduled breaks. Some positions start in 15 days.EXPERIENCE
Former recent Military or Law Enforcement Experience is preferred, or Recent Border Construction Security Officers, or Experienced Armed Security OfficersREQUIREMENTS
- Must have New Mexico Level 3 armed security officer license.
- Must have valid Driver's License and good driving record; and
- Pass a comprehensive background check & initial and random drug tests
- Must have your own side arm, duty belt, tactical vest, smart phone, and reliable 4X4 transportation.
DRESS & APPEARANCE
- Uniform Shirt and Jackets (provided for by the company)
- Tan/Desert Sand BDU's (you provide)
- Tan/Desert Sand Boots (you provide)
COMPENSATION
- Starting straight time pay rate is $24 per hour, with OT being paid. All overtime will be calculated and paid in accordance with New Mexico laws.
- Per Diem, for those who work full-time, is $105 per day worked. This is for meals and housing, when required. Full-time employees are paid per diem for every full shift the work. For those who relocate, per diem is guaranteed 7 days a week.
- When applicable, vehicle pay is $90 per day. Your POV may be used if the company does not have any company owned vehicles for you to use and your 4WD POV meets our minimum standards.
- Payroll is processed weekly.
WHAT'S NEXT?
The below steps can all be completed in a few days, depending upon your availability.- If you meet the qualifications listed above, submit your resume through Indeed.
- If your Indeed resume adequately illustrates that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will then receive a call from PLE Group's VP of Border Operations.
- If you pass an initial phone interview, you will be asked to complete an online application.