Airport Security Officer

5d5 days ago

Covenant Aviation Security, LLC

Orlando, US · Full-time · $35,000 – $45,000

About this role

Covenant Aviation Security is America’s largest privately owned company dedicated exclusively to aviation security. Services include passenger, baggage, cargo, and employee screening, external/internal airport patrols, access control, and air carrier security services. The company has provided over 35 million hours of aviation security services since 1992.

Covenant Aviation Security hires full-time and part-time Security Officers at Orlando International Airport. Officers handle day-to-day security screening and access control for airport employees and individuals at screening locations and access points. Duties ensure safety through professional execution and cutting-edge equipment use.

Work occurs in airport terminal buildings, outdoor locations, ramp areas, and near aircraft, exposing personnel to all weather conditions. Schedules require flexibility, including day, afternoon, evening, and overnight shifts with no hour guarantees. Reliable transportation is essential for varying assignments.

Officers receive paid training, company-reimbursed Class D license renewals, and comprehensive benefits like health insurance exceeding ACA standards. Opportunities include 401(k) matching, paid time off, and career growth in aviation security. Covenant maintains a drug-free workplace as an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Legally eligible to work in the United States
Must be able to obtain Florida Class D Security License
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Must read, write and speak English proficiently
Must pass a verifiable background check, including criminal, employment, education, and personal references
Must possess valid state-issued Driver's License or a valid state-Issued I.D. card
Must pass pre-employment/annual/random drug screenings
Must be able to work flexible and changing schedules, including all shifts

Responsibilities

Identify dangerous objects and prevent those objects from being transported through screening locations
Carry out duties in a professional and courteous manner, providing exceptional customer service
Use diverse, cutting-edge electronic detection and imaging equipment
Perform metal detection searches, pat down searches, and operation of x-ray machines
Conduct physical searches of property and other identification reviews as needed
Execute additional security-related duties to ensure safety to the traveling public
Screen passengers, baggage, cargo, and employees at access points
Conduct external and internal airport patrols