Armed Security Guard
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Linxx Security Solutions, Inc. (Linxx) is seeking experienced Armed Security Officer to provide security support on site and/or off-site in support of U.S. Coast Guard Base Alameda. This position plays a critical role in safeguarding personnel, facilities, and property while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and readiness to respond to emergencies.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Responsibilities
Many or all the following:
- Conduct hourly interior and exterior roving patrols at off-site facilities associated with USCG Base Alameda.
- Respond to emergencies, including active shooter situations and other life-threatening incidents.
- Assist with access control and support armed gate guards as needed.
- Inspect critical protection points, classified containers, and facility perimeters.
- Secure open gates, doors, and windows; manually operate heavy gates as required.
- Observe and report suspicious activity, persons, or vehicles.
- Provide first aid, CPR, and AED support when necessary; assist first responders during emergencies.
- Investigate incidents, accidents, or suspicious conditions.
- Escort personnel, valuables, or materials to ensure security.
- Enforce site regulations and prepare detailed reports of daily activities or irregularities.
- Conduct vehicle and package inspections when required.
- Operates telephone console to receive incoming calls for assistance.
- Questions caller to determine nature of problem and type and number of personnel and equipment needed, following established guidelines.
- Scans status charts and computer screen to determine units available. Monitors alarm system signals that indicate location of fire or other emergency.
- Operates two-way radio to dispatch police, fire, medical, and other personnel and equipment and to relay instructions or information to remove units.
- Types commands on computer keyboard to update files and maintain logs.
- Tests communications and alarm equipment and backup systems to ensure serviceability.
- May provide pre-arrival instructions to caller, utilizing knowledge of emergency medical techniques.
- May activate alarm system to notify fire stations.
Multiple Schedule Schedule times are subject to change:
- 12-hour shifts (8 hours regular + 4 hours overtime per shift)
- 8 hour shift
Knowledge of, Skills, and Abilities
- Able to speak, understand, read, and write the English language fluently.
- You are physically capable to perform the job including:
- Standing for extended period of time
- Physically restrain someone
- Climbing stairs
- Walking
- Pass a medical examination, drug screen, and background investigation.
- Willing to work various shifts, including nights and some holidays
- Present a professional appearance.