Overnight Security Guard

Crescent Hotels & Resorts; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Marriott Boston-Quincy seeks an Overnight Security Officer to protect guests and property. You will patrol interior and exterior areas, monitor alarms, and respond to incidents with poise while maintaining a calm presence.

The role is overnight (11:00 pm–7:00 am) with required Friday and Saturday availability; reporting to the Front Office Manager. A professional appearance and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Must communicate in English clearly and courteously.
• Professional appearance and manner at all times.
• Team player with cooperative attitude.
• Able to stand, walk and climb stairs for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting and moving up to 150 lbs.
• Knowledge of hotel layout and local area helpful.

Responsibilities

• Patrol interior and perimeter on foot to identify risks.
• Maintain order, assist guests, and respond calmly to emergencies.
• Observe suspicious activity and report to supervisor.
• Monitor life safety systems and alarms on property.
• Answer security calls and safety hotline promptly.
• Adhere to attendance rules and regular shift availability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Team player

Professional appearance

Stamina for long shifts

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

Marriott Boston-Quincy
1000 Marriott Dr
Quincy, MA 02169, USA

• Ops - Hourly Non Mgmt
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: OVERN044554

Description

JOB OVERVIEW: Perform protective and enforcement functions in a courteous and restrained manner in coping with emergencies, undesired conduct, disturbances and threats to life and property to maintain a safe and secure environment.

HOURS: This is an overnight position. Shifts generally run from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am, but flexibility may be necessary. Friday and Saturday availability is essential.

REPORTS TO: Front Office Manager

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Spend majority of shift on foot patrol, walking, climbing stairs of the interior and perimeter of the hotel to observe and identify potential security and safety risks or undesirable conditions. Requires verbal communication using pager and two way radio, bending, stooping and kneeling.
• Maintain order in the hotel, dealing with the welfare of guests, and assisting with door lock problems. Coordinate expedient response to emergency conditions such as fire, fire or safety hazards and threats to life and/or property in a calm, rational and persuasive manner. Handle undesired conduct and potential violations of hotel policy as warranted for the security and safety of hotel guests, associates, patrons and property. Requires grasping, lifting and or carrying or otherwise moving persons, packages, luggage, wheelchairs and safety equipment using manual dexterity of hands.
• Watch for suspicious persons entering, exiting, or loitering around building. Conduct walk through observations of entire hotel. Promote safe work practices.
• Answer security telephone and safety hotline calls and respond in a timely manner based on priority.
• Observe the security monitors for any unusual activity and in the case of suspicious behavior report directly, via radio, to the supervisor on duty; report any alarms similarly.
• Memorize and monitor life safety system installed at property including layout of entire building, alarm pull stations, location of fire extinguisher and sprinklers.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must have the ability to communicate in English. Self-starting personality with an even disposition. Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times. Can communicate well with guests. Must be willing to "pitch-in" and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player. Thorough knowledge of the layout of the building, function rooms, and some knowledge of the city and surrounding areas. Ability to stand, walk and/or sit and continuously perform essential job functions for duration of shift. Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations. Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking significant distances between and within buildings on the property. Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry or otherwise move goods weighing a maximum of 150 lbs. Sufficient manual dexterity in hands. Ability to climb stairs and ladders at a rapid pace. Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Loyal : Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Job Security : Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

1 year: Security Experience Preferred

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