Maritime Security Officer: Paid Training & PTO

General Security Services Corporation; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation & PTO

Full and Part Time shifts available

Paid training

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

General Security Services Corporation (GSSC) DBA Midwest Patrol is seeking a Maritime Security Officer to join the team at the Duluth Seaway Port Authority. You will perform maritime access control, enforce security policies, and conduct inspections to ensure port safety.

Reporting to the Security Supervisor, you’ll conduct roving patrols, verify TWICs, monitor CCTV, and coordinate with visitors and contractors while maintaining logs and adhering to client contracts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• A US Citizen or Alien lawfully authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass State & Federal background checks.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with no major violations in the last 5 years.
• Ability to meet and maintain applicable state, county, and municipal licensing requirements.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), administrative, customer service and organizational skills.
• Must successfully complete GSSC Basic Training.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking.
• Must possess a TWIC card or obtain one within one month (paid for by GSSC).

Responsibilities

• Performs roving foot patrol and escorts, including over uneven surfaces and stairs.
• Enforces all required security policies and procedures pursuant to the facility security plan.
• Confirms TWIC card requirements for all persons entering property.
• Identifies authorization of vehicles and people entering port property and restricted areas.
• Obtains and documents required information in maintaining accurate Access Control Logs.
• Provides directions and instructions to visitors, vendors and contractors.
• Performs authorization and inspections as required for vendors, contractors, vehicles, baggage and containers.
• Monitors CCTV and alarms.
• Performs guard desk duty, monitoring entrances and exits.
• Follows notification and call-out protocols in Port Security incidents.
• Communicates using internal phone systems and radio.
• Provides vehicle escorts and traffic control functions as required.
• Maintains proper key control at all times.
• Communicates openly with facility management and employees.
• Participates in required security drills and exercise.
• Promptly processes routine paperwork.
• Maintain safe driving practices and vehicle care procedures as required.
• Create a positive working environment and strong teamwork.
• Ensures compliance with GSSC policies and procedures, federal regulations, state statutes, and specifications per client contracts.

Skills

English proficiency

TWIC card

Valid driver’s license

Background checks

Professional communication

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

General Security Services Corporation (GSSC) DBA Midwest Patrol is seeking a Maritime Security Officer to join the team at the Duluth Seaway Port Authority. You will perform maritime access control, enforce security policies, and conduct inspections to ensure port safety.

Reporting to the Security Supervisor, you’ll conduct roving patrols, verify TWICs, monitor CCTV, and coordinate with visitors and contractors while maintaining logs and adhering to client contracts.