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Armed Guard - Columbus

Job in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, 43224, USA
Listing for: Meritus Solutions Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-11
Job specializations:
  • Security
    Security Guard, Armed Security
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 31.7 USD Hourly USD 31.70 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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Full Time Whitehall, OH, US

We are looking for 1 armed guard to work in and around Columbus at various federal locations/sites/buildings.

Work schedule is Monday-Friday with random weekends, nights, and holidays as required.

All armed security officers provide services at designated federal buildings/installations.

All applicants are to submit an updated resume.

Synopsis

FPS Protective Security Officers (PSOs) are primarily responsible to perform security and monitoring work such as securing federal buildings and property, protecting personnel, equipment and material, and controlling access to work locations by employees and visitors. The PSO will respond to emergencies, conduct inspections and perimeter checks, and access control.

Licensing Requirements

All applicants must have a valid OPOTA Certification (Ohio Armed Security License (issued by the State of Ohio).

Job Requirements
  • Clean background check (no felonies or domestic violence/assault charges)
  • U.S. Citizen / hold a social security card
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED
  • Minimum of 21 years of age
  • Shall fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English
  • Pass a Medical Evaluation (to be paid for by the company)
  • Drug Screen (to be paid for by the company)
  • The company will assist in processing for federal background clearances
Certification Requirements
  • OPOTA Certification
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • CPR/First Aid/AED (training provided by the company)
Training Requirements

All applicants must be 100% trained in both classroom and range/weapons prior to standing post. The government requires that all applicants attend:

  • 1 week of classroom training and 1 week of range training, followed by 2 days of x-ray/screening training. All training is paid for by the company and all applicants will receive training pay.
  • All uniforms/gear/duty weapon/ammo is provided by the company.
  • All guards on this contract belong to a union.
Pay

$31.70 an hour plus $5.40 (for health and welfare per hour).

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
Schedule:

varies
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Overtime
Education:
  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Overtime

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)
  • Armed Security License (Ohio OPOTA) (Required)
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