Wackenhut was actually a pretty good company to be with during Katrina. As far as Gustav is concerned, it is now a Category 2 storm. I think this storm won’t be as bad as it could have been, and we’ll see how it turns out. Lots of companies gearing up and assembling teams right now, but I really couldn’t say what the possible length of work would be until this thing is done with. If the levees break from all the over topping, that could be an issue. The big one to look at is the big company infrastructure. Think energy and financial institutions, as possible contracts for these companies.
But really, all sorts of scenarios could play out that would require guards. As for looters and thugs, I think this time around we just won’t see the amount that happened during Katrina. Nagin announced that all looters will be put into Angola Prison for detention. LOL And I don’t think the local law enforcement will cut and run or be as overwhelmed this time around, and especially if there is no one left in town. What made Katrina bad, was the human element, and this time around it sounds like they have cleared out the critical areas. Of course there will always be the enterprising thugs that have remained behind to take advantage.
The one area to be more wary of is the evacuation centers outside of the hurricane zones that are putting up thousands of displaced people. So parts of Texas and other Gulf States that have these concentrations of evacuees could be an issue for the local guards and law enforcement there. And that was the same deal during Katrina. Although this time around, I am sure the security plans for these areas are top notch because Katrina is still pretty fresh in everyone’s mind. That, and people know what to expect out of the process. – Head Jundi
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Armed Security Officer – Emergency Relief Services
Wackenhut Services Inc
Job Description
Wackenhut Services, Inc., a premier provider of protective service forces to the US Government, has immediate openings for Armed Security Officers to work to support emergency relief efforts in the regions of Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, New Mexico, Texas, Arkansas and Louisiana.
Compensation for all officers will be in accordance with the applicable wage determination for the area the Officer is assigned plus the applicable Health and Welfare allowance.
EOE M/F/D/V
Requirements:
Minimum qualifications include:
-Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
-US citizen
-High School diploma or GED equivalent
-A minimum of 3 years current or prior security or military experience
-Proficient with use of firearm/handgun
-Able to be firearm certified
-Must have valid state/city/county firearms permit
-Meet all state certifications
-Must be CPR and First Aid certified
-Proficient in English (written and spoken)
Please email resume to: hr@wsihq.com
or fax to: (561) 472-3695 or mail to:
Wackenhut Services, Inc.
Attention: HR Armed Security Officer Position
7121 Fairway Drive, Suite 301
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
A benefit package may or may not be available. Request specific information from the employer.