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PROTECTING PEOPLE, PROPERTY, AND PEACE OF MIND - SECURITY OFFICER WANTED!

Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities? If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we want to speak to you!

WHY WORK FOR PRIMEFLIGHT?

• Enjoy benefits like 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, growth opportunities, and more (*Benefits may vary based on eligibility)

• We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry

• Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect

• With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression

SUMMARY OVERVIEW

The Security Officer plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of airport facilities, passengers, and staff. This position involves conducting thorough security checks on passengers, baggage, and cargo, using various screening equipment and protocols. Security Officers must remain vigilant and respond promptly to security threats, emergencies, and breaches, coordinating with law enforcement and other airport personnel as needed. Additionally, you are responsible for maintaining detailed records, enforcing security policies, and providing excellent customer service while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patrol airport facilities to ensure safety and security of premises

• Monitor surveillance equipment and report any suspicious activities

• Conduct security checks at designated checkpoints within the airport

• Respond to alarms and investigate disturbances promptly

• Inspect and verify passenger documentation and luggage

• Collaborate with law enforcement and emergency responders during incidents

• Enforce airport regulations and security policies

• Assist passengers and staff in a professional and courteous manner

• Prepare detailed reports of daily activities and irregularities

• Escort unauthorized persons from restricted areas

• Conduct risk assessments and provide security recommendations

• Participate in security briefings and ongoing training programs

• Manage crowd control and ensure orderly passenger flow

• Provide first aid and assistance during emergencies

• Maintain a high level of alertness and vigilance at all times

• Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards

• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older

• Eligible to work in the United States

• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)

• Previous experience in a security-related role,in an airport or similar setting

• Training and certification in security procedures and screening equipment operation

• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress situations Knowledge of relevant security regulations and protocols

• Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use of electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices

• Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means

• Pass a background check and drug screen

• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)

• Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WORKING CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE:

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds

• Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable

• May need to reach with arms and grasp with hands

• May need to push, pull

• May need to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces

• May need to bend, stretch, squat, kneel

• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels

• Exposure to outdoor elements

• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms

• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers

• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Service, Inc. without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws.

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