SOS Enterprises LLC is hiring: Security Agent in Chicago

S.O.S. Private security is hiring qualified Full time and Part time Armed and Unarmed Agents. Preference given to U.S. Military Veterans, sworn peace officers, and/or licensed paramedic/firefighters.

All agents must be able to obtain licensing through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, are required to score a minimum of 95% passing score on both the written and shooting aspects of the S.O.S. Private Security Training Course. Our firearm licensed training program includes Shotgun, Rifle, Revolver and Semi-Automatic authorized weaponry.

This position is for multiple contracts armed and unarmed. New candidates will have to work unarmed assignments until they are able to obtain a Firearms Control Card (FCC) through the Illinois Department of Finacial and Professional Regulation.

Responsibilities

• Patrol premises regularly to maintain order and establish presence
• Monitor and authorize entrance of vehicles or people in the property
• Remove wrongdoers or trespassers from the area
• Secure all exits, doors and windows after end of operations
• Check surveillance cameras periodically to identify disruptions or unlawful acts
• Investigate people for suspicious activity or possessions
• Respond to alarms by investigating and assessing the situation
• Provide assistance to people in need
• Apprehend and detain perpetrators according to legal protocol before arrival of authorities
• Submit reports of daily surveillance activity and important occurrences
• Maintain a uniform and grooming standards

Skills

• Proven experience as security officer or guard
• Knowledge of legal guidelines for area security and public safety
• Familiarity with report writing
• Excellent surveillance and observation skills
• Tech-savvy with experience in surveillance systems
• Ability to obtain a PERC card and Firearms Control Card.
• High School diploma is required

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $17.00 - $20.00 Unarmed per hour.
Salary: $20.00 - $35.00+ Armed per hour

Pay rates are contingent on assignment

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Assignments available 7 days a week depending on assignment location.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Security: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License, PERC, 230 Firearm Training number, and FOID (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations in the Chicagoland area.