Armed Security Officer — Energy Site

Ocean State Job Lot; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocean State Job Lot is seeking an armed Security Officer for energy services sites, reporting to the site manager. You will observe and report activities, control access, and respond to emergencies per site protocol.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, background checks, and licensed/ CPR First Aid may be required. Prior armed security or law enforcement experience is preferred. Overtime may be required and safety is a priority.

Responsibilities

• Controls access to client site or facility through the admittance process; precludes unauthorized access to facilities, and the conversion, theft or intentional destruction of physical assets; assists visitors with a legitimate need to gain entry to the facility; screens visitors and client employees in an efficient manner in order to expedite their admittance to the site or facility.
• Responds to unusual or emergency situations using the appropriate escalation of force level up to and including armed response following established protocol for the site and as dictated by the situation, by the company, and through required training and licensing; maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons as required.
• Provides an atmosphere in which all client employees and visitors know that the client responds to and cares about their needs; provides a courteous, respectful, and pleasant interaction with each client employee and visitor as perceived from their point of view; presents a good image of the client and its security department.

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Ocean State Job Lot is seeking an armed Security Officer for energy services sites, reporting to the site manager. You will observe and report activities, control access, and respond to emergencies per site protocol.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, background checks, and licensed/ CPR First Aid may be required. Prior armed security or law enforcement experience is preferred. Overtime may be required and safety is a priority.