Cargo Escort Agent (Retired Law Enforcement Officer) - Dallas, TX

Position Summary

First Responder Protective Services is seeking prior ERT, military, or law enforcement professionals for our Specialized Logistical Escort / Cargo Escort team. In this role, you’ll work alongside other experienced veterans and former law enforcement officers to ensure safe and secure cargo movements.

Pay: $35/hour

Status: Full Time / Part Time

Position Summary:

First Responder Protective Services is seeking retired or former local, state, or federal law enforcement officers, as well as retired military personnel with valid HR-218 credentials, for the role of Cargo Escort Agent. Candidates must have strong experience in physical security, emergency response, surveillance detection, and secure transportation.

Honorably Retired Law Enforcement with HR-218/L.E.O.S.A Credentials Required

Current Openings: Full-Time and Part-Time Cargo Escort Agents

We are currently hiring both full-time and part-time agents, offering flexible scheduling options.

• Full-Time: Must be available to work five consecutive days per week.
• Part-Time: Must be available to work at least two consecutive weekdays (Monday–Friday). Weekend availability does not count toward this requirement.

The primary responsibility of this position is to escort our clients' tractor-trailers on short- and long-distance hauls departing from the DFW area and traveling throughout the continental United States. Agents are responsible for maintaining close oversight of the vehicle and its cargo to help ensure safe and secure delivery to its destination.

For long-distance assignments, agents travel in teams of at least two and are provided with a company vehicle and all necessary equipment to perform the escort. Upon completion of the assignment, agents are provided with air transportation back to the DFW area.

• Work in teams of 2 or more
• Provided vehicle and equipment for trips.
• Return airfare provided by company.
• Flexible schedule
• $35 per hour - W2 work / OT starts after 40 hours in same work week

Minimum Qualifications:

• Prior ERT, military, law enforcement WITH valid / active HR 218 / L.E.O.S.A. Credentials. Credentials must be made available for review.
• MUST Currently possess or be able to obtain prior to employment, Level III Texas Commissioned Security Guard License with the Personal Protection Officer endorsement.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience.
• Favorable driving history with a valid driver’s license
• Texas Driver's license, or ability to get one prior to employment
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Ability to sit and drive for long hours.
• Ability to travel on short notice within 12-24 hours notice.
• Ability to fly on commercial airlines
• Ability to sleep in unusual time periods, remain alert during escorts, and no complacency tendencies.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Pay: $35.00 
• Bi-weekly direct deposit
• W2 employee (overtime eligible after 40 hours/week)

Full-Time Employee Benefits

• Medical contribution up to $550/month
• 401(k) Retirement plan (after 6 months)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

FAQ's:

• The number of escorts available each week is unpredictable and varies with sales patterns of merchandise being escorted.
• Most escorts ONLY have 12-48 hours notice, prior to departure time
• Majority of escorts go out Monday-Thursday, and generally leave overnight. However, there are weekend escorts as well.
• MUST HAVE GOOD FLEXIBILITY, great attitude, and want to pick up escorts as they are available.
• Escorts are most frequent at the end of each month, even more at the end of each quarter, and the most frequent, at end of the year. Follows sales cycles.

Posted By:

First Responder Protective Services
4006 Belt Line Rd, Suite 138
Addison, TX 75001
Texas Department Of Public Safety Private Security Program License # C10520601

Equal Employment Opportunity

First Responder Protective Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

About First Responder Protective Services

First Responder Protective Services is a premier provider of private security needs across the U.S. Our company is owned, operated and managed by U.S. Military veterans, law enforcement executives, and corporate business professionals. Our founders have over 60 years of experience in protecting critical infrastructures, combating transnational criminal organizations, mitigating risks, and providing the highest level of safety and security to corporations and communities.

The mission of First Responder Protective Services is to provide the highest level of customer service to each and every client. We accomplish this mission through our foundation of attention to detail, integrity, accountability, empathy, care, and concern for the needs of our clients and the officers which we serve.