CDL Transport Officer

About the role

PAY: $26 per hour + $2,500 Sign-on bonus + $4,000 annual stipend with passenger endorsement ATTENTION CLASS A and B drivers, are you ready for a meaningful career in criminal justice? MTC is currently hiring CDL Transportation Detention Officers at the Bluebonnet Detention Center in Anson, Texas. We provide a safe and secure working environment for our staff while helping non-citizens gain valuable skills necessary for success upon release. Benefit package includes: Medical, vision & dental insurance and prescription drug benefits Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance Sick and vacation time Long- and short-term disability (optional) Paid holidays 401(k) retirement plan Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Civic duty and military leave Education assistance Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. Employment Type: Full Time Bonus/Commission: No

What you'll do

• You'll be responsible for the transportation, custody, and discipline of non-citizens assigned to the facility.
• Search for contraband and provide security.
• Drive transport vehicles to transport non-citizens in vehicles provided.
• Provide custody and security including observation of non-citizens during transportation.
• Perform specific security functions including 'pat' and 'strip' searches, by squatting and bending to perform such functions.
• Also required to climb ladders or stairs in search of contraband.
• Transfer and transport non-citizens by walking, driving, or riding in vehicles.
• Restrain and secure assaultive detainees, as needed.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts and all posts assignments. Education and

What you'll bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior corrections experience is preferred.
• Valid CDL in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required.
• Passenger endorsement necessary to receive annual stipend.
• Successful completion of a bus driver training program and all local state requirements for a commercial driver's license also required. (ICE/ERO training provided post-hire.)