Minimum Hiring Standards. The Department requires the Contractor’s Security Guards meet or exceed the minimum standards set forth below before assignment to the premises:
9.1.1 Must possess a state issued identification card.
9.1.2 Must possess a valid and active driver’s license if assigned to drive a motor vehicle to provide security guard services.
9.1.3 Successfully pass a drug test upon hire.
9.1.4 Prior to assignment to the Customer premises, and when Contractor performs refresh background screening, successfully pass a background check, ordered and paid for by the Contractor, through a law enforcement agency or a Professional Background Screener accredited by the National Association of Professional Background Screeners or a comparable standard which will include a check of the following databases:
9.1.5 Successfully pass any other background investigations as required by the Customer SLA.
9.1.6 Successfully pass a pen and paper literacy test administered by the Contractor including, but not limited to, spelling and grammar. Contractor shall furnish results to Customer or DMS upon request.
9.1.7 Complete all required training courses as mandated in state and locality of employment.
9.1.8 Meet state licensing requirements for the applicable Security Guard position prior to placement in accordance with the applicable provisions in Chapter 943, F.S., and Chapter 5N-1, F.A.C.
9.1.9 The Contractor’s employees must be able to read, write, speak, and understand Xxxxxxx clearly. Additionally, upon Customer’s request, Security Guards must be bilingual, with English as the primary language and Spanish as the secondary language. This requirement will be exercised on a case-by-case basis and will be specified in the Customer SLA.
9.1.10 Must be physically able to accomplish various tasks that must be performed including, but not limited to, quickly ascending and descending multiple flights of stairs and lifting weight of at least 40 pounds (unless written approval is obtained from the Department that either of or both of these physical requirements are not necessary).
9.1.11 Maintain a well-developed level of maturity necessary for professional interaction.
9.1.12 Maintain a neat, clean, well-groomed, and professional appearance while providing services in accordance with the Uniforms and Equipment section of this SOW.
9.1.13 Act in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract (including the Customer SLAs).
9.1.14 Be familiar with, and ensure the facilities are in compliance...
