Cargo Security Escort

Overview

170+ Years Strong. Industry Leader. Global Impact.

At Pinkerton, the mission is to protect our clients. To do this, we provide enterprise risk management services and programs specifically designed for each client. Pinkerton employees are one of our most important assets and critical to the delivery of world-class solutions. Bonded together, we share a commitment to integrity, vigilance, and excellence.

Pinkerton is an inclusive employer who seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our network of industry subject matter experts.

The Cargo Security Escort, assigned to a specific client, will meet with transport drivers to approve routes, oversee the loading of high-value cargo, and ensure security procedures are followed throughout transit. This role includes activating dashcams, monitoring loading and unloading, addressing security concerns, and compiling incident reports, while also handling post-operation equipment returns and identifying any deficiencies. The part-time positions require flexibility and will work anywhere from 4 to 12 hour shifts and be reimbursed for mileage.

Responsibilities

• Represent Pinkerton's core values of integrity, vigilance, and excellence.

• Meet with the assigned transport driver to discuss and approve the designated route.

• Oversee the loading of the high-value cargo.

• Ensure the dashcam is activated during the entire transport.

• Escort the high-value cargo by adhering to pre-approved routes.

• Conduct security oversight during the unloading process, adapting to specific protocols as determined by the shipping vendor.

• Communicate with various shipping vendors to address any concerns or identified risks.

• Prepare comprehensive incident reports for any events, occurrences, or deviations that require documentation.

• Return to the client site post-operations to securely deposit equipment, including dash cameras and locks.

• Identify and escalate equipment deficiencies/failures.

• All other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED with law enforcement, military, and/or security experience. Current California Driver's License, California Guard Card, Exposed Firearm Permit, and CCW/HR218 required.

• Safe driving practices.

• Problem resolution skills.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Situational security awareness skills.

• Able to complete assignments with little supervision.

• Computer knowledge; Microsoft Office.

Working Conditions:

With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions;

• Regular computer usage.

• Occasional reaching and lifting of small objects and operating office equipment.

• Rapid and effective decision-making during unusual or emergency situations.

• Must obtain and maintain a valid driver's license in accordance with your state requirements for type of vehicle assigned and have good driving record as outlined in the Company's Driver Certification policy.

• Frequent sitting, standing and/or walking.

• Travel, as required.

Pinkerton is an equal opportunity employer to all applicants and positions without regard to race/ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/prenatal status, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, religion, creed, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any protected status by local, state, federal or country-specific law.

Benefits

Benefit options include employer-paid life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D, medical, (HSA) Health Savings Account, (FSA) Flexible Savings Account, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(K), paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holidays) and several employee assistance-related programs. This information provides a brief benefit overview. Upon the acceptance of an employment offer, the new employee will receive comprehensive plan details based on specific eligibility rules.

Posted Salary Range

USD $43.00 - USD $45.00 /Hr.

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Location US-CA-Fountain Valley

ID 2026-3069

Category Protective Security

Position Type Part-Time

Min Pay Rate USD $43.00/Hr.

Max Pay Rate USD $45.00/Hr.

Job Type On-Site

Pinkerton is an equal opportunity employer to all applicants and positions without regard to race/ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/prenatal status, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, religion, creed, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any protected status by local, state, federal or country-specific law.