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Unarmed Security Guards in El Paso

AGS has hundreds of openings for entry level full- and part-time unarmed security guards in El Paso, Texas! View the job requirements below and sign-up today for an in person or virtual interview. Starting pay is $20/hour.

Sign-Up for an In-Person Interview 

In person interviews are taking place March 30-31, April 9-10, and April 15-16 between 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. at the Radisson Hotel El Paso.

If you are interested in a virtual interview, please email us at careers@akimaglobal.com.

Prior to your interview, you must complete an online application:
WWW.AKIMAGLOBAL.COM
Job IDs:AGS01109 (Full Time Entry Level Unarmed Security Guard) & AGS01108 (Part Time Entry Level Unarmed Security Guard)

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and at least 21 years of age
• Must have a H.S. Diploma or GED
• Must be willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must have at least 1 year of customer or professional public facing work experience
• Preferred 1 year of experience in a security/law enforcement related profession, either civilian or military
• Paid training will be provided
• Must be able to fluently read, speak, write, and understand the English language
• Must have intermediate to advanced English writing skills, including ability to prepare detailed written reports and fill out forms
• Bilingual ability to speak and understand Spanish is considered a positive factor
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Texas State Security Guard Card
• Must be able to pass all training and obtain all required certifications
• Must be able to pass a company background investigation to include criminal, credit, fingerprint checks, physical test, and drug screening
• Must meet physical requirements of the position to include standing and walking for long periods of time
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• Must provide two personal references who will be contacted
• Must pass Child Abuse and Neglect (CAN) check
• Must be willing to wear a face mask at all times while on shift

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Common Critical Tasks

• Stand post at the entry/exit gates to verify all persons' identification and conduct inquiries and surveillance of items, packages, and people (will be required to wear a face mask)
• Check packages, briefcases, containers, or any other items in the possession of people entering or leaving controlled ingress/egress points
• Operate walk through metal detectors (WTMD) to search visitors for prohibited items; operate hand/wand metal detectors on persons who trigger the WTMD
• Using handheld scanning equipment, scan badges of all personnel (including UAC) entering or exiting defined controlled locations; verify scanned image with face to photo verification, requiring vision (corrected, if necessary) at 20/20
• Monitor security and fire alarms and closed-circuit television to detect security risks or threats
• Conduct vehicle inspection, which may include inspecting under seats, in the trunk, and under the vehicle
• Conduct patrols in accordance with routes and schedules contained in post orders
• Inspect facilities and perimeters for hazards, mechanical problems, and unsafe conditions and report problems to appropriate authorities
• Close and secure open windows, doors, gates, or other access points
• Investigate the source of suspicious odors, sightings, and sounds
• Patrol locations in areas which are a potentially hazardous to the public (e.g., construction sites)
• Observe unique characteristics of an individual for identification purposes Observe a person's body language to assess attitude and intention
• Close off/restrict areas to traffic, establish perimeters, and set up barricades to secure incident scenes or facilities

Apply Online

WWW.AKIMAGLOBAL.COM

Job ID: AGS01109 (Full Time Entry Level Unarmed Security Guard) & AGS01108 (Part Time Entry Level Unarmed Security Guard)