Field Training Officer Day Shift (Operations)
Houston, TXFull-time$18.5/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
United Protective Services seeks a dependable Field Training Officer to support security operations across the Houston area. The mobile role travels between client locations to inspect sites, evaluate officer performance, and provide training and operational support. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong communication, organizational, and computer skills who can work independently in a fast-paced environment.
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Field Training Officer Day Shift (Operations)
Houston, TX, United States of America
$18.50 - $18.50
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Overview
At United Protective Services, our people are our greatest asset. We are looking for reliable, positive people who want to serve others, and grow in their security careers. In return, we provide training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed.
Job Skills / Requirements
Security Field Training Officer
Pay: $18.50 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday – Friday 6am to 2:00 pm
Location: Houston, TX 77079
About the Job
United Protective Services is seeking a dependable and experienced Field Training Officer (FTO) to support security operations throughout the Houston area. This mobile leadership position involves traveling between client locations in a company-provided patrol vehicle to conduct site inspections, evaluate officer performance, and provide training and operational support.
The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong communication, organizational, and computer skills who can work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Duties
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Conduct quality assurance inspections at assigned client locations.
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Evaluate officer performance, professionalism, attendance, and compliance with post orders.
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Provide coaching, training, and guidance to security personnel.
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Respond to operational concerns and assist with staffing needs as directed.
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Maintain accurate, detailed, and chronological Daily Activity Reports (DARs).
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Submit a comprehensive email shift recap documenting inspections, incidents, and operational updates.
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Communicate findings and concerns to operations management.
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Utilize Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Smartsheet, and other reporting systems to document field activities.
Requirements
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High school diploma or GED required.
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Valid driver's license required.
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Must meet company vehicle insurance eligibility requirements.
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Texas Level II Non-Commissioned Security Officer License required before performing regulated security duties.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office applications; Smartsheet experience preferred.
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Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and make sound decisions.
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Previous security supervision, field training, or leadership experience preferred.
About Us
United Protective Services values honesty, accountability, and dependable service. We want people who take their work seriously and hold themselves to a high standard.
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United Protective Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Education Requirements (All)
High School Diploma or GED
Certification Requirements (All)
Drivers License Over the age of 25 ( Insurance Requirement) Non-Commission Security License (Level II)
Additional Information / Benefits
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
This job reports to the Dwayne Trahan
This is a Full-Time position
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How this job compares
Set against the 1,630 open Security jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$18.5/hr
- US median$20–22/hr356 hourly ranges
This rate, $18.50/hr, is 14% below the US median midpoint ($22/hr) — in the middle half of Security hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 112 open Security jobs in Texas and 1,630 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Texas
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- Experience
- Security postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (1,082 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 832 of the 1,630 open Security jobs (51%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Pay, requirements and demand for Security jobs
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