Professional UTILITY Security Officer - All of Houston

Marksman Security; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical and Dental insurance

Career growth opportunities

Skills-enhancing training

Job summary

Marksman Security is seeking a dependable Utility Security Officer for Houston Area operations, traveling between client locations as needed. The role starts at $18.00 per hour and offers hands-on experience in a growing security team.

This position supports various shifts and serves as a hands-on entry point to a career in security, with opportunities to learn and grow. Ideal candidates are reliable team players who adapt to different situations, maintaining professional demeanor and readiness

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of customer service experience.
• Minimum of one year of security experience.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize assigned tasks.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Must be available to on call roles.
• Mornings, Mid-day, overnight, and weekend availability required.
• This position will require physical activity and mobility.

Responsibilities

• Rover: patrols on foot or by vehicle, detect suspicious behavior, and prevent vandalism or theft.
• Gatehouse: greet drivers and guests, verify IDs, log visitors, control access to properties.
• Front Desk: welcome guests, provide customer service, monitor CCTV, and assist residents.
• Device Check: verify device IMEI matches paperwork.
• North/South Dock: monitor docks, count pallets, coordinate with trucks, and track loads.
• Metal Detector: supervise device checks and x-ray surveillance for security.

Skills

Customer service

Security experience

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Multitasking

On-call availability

Shift flexibility

High school diploma

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Job description

Marksman Security is built on serving our clients and building careers – just like yours. We are trusted by some of the most well‑known companies and properties in the country while remaining dedicated to building personalized security solutions that solve the needs of every customer we support. Named as a nationally recognized Top Workplace in 2024 and 2025 by USA Today, Marksman's customized approach to security services will provide you with the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed. Our core values of being Unified, Transparent, Innovative, Committed and Accountable help us in providing unparalleled service and support in all that we do. If you are looking for a meaningful career, a culture of excellence, and the ability to make a difference, we want to talk to you!

Are you a dependable person who enjoys being the go-to problem solver when it matters most? We're looking for a Utility Security Officer for Houston Area who can step in during critical times and support multiple locations as needed.

Candidates must be willing to TRAVEL to various clients within Houston as a UTILITY OFFICERS - $18.00 HR

If you're new to the security industry, this is a great place to start! You'll gain hands‑on experience, build confidence, and learn valuable security skills while helping us maintain safe and secure environments.

If you're ready to be a reliable team player, adapt to different situations, and grow your career, apply with us today!

We believe people matter! We strive to employ true security professionals.

Responsibilities

of Flex Security Officers include, but are not limited to:

Available for 1st, 2nd, or 3rd SHIFTS. Positions starting at $18.00 / hour

• Rover: Foot or vehicle patrols, responsible for detecting any suspicious behavior and preventing vandalism, thefts or other criminal behavior, etc.
• Gatehouse: Greet truck drivers and guests with a friendly demeanor, check identification, log visitor vehicles, announce visitors, control access to all persons to the property, etc.
• Front Desk: Acknowledge and greet all guests with utmost courtesy and urgency, customer service, access control, greeting residents and guests with a courteous demeanor, monitor CCTV camera systems, announce visitors, distribute packages, etc.
• Device Check: Scanning tag on the back of approved employee devices, reading persons IMEI on phone making sure it matches the sticker or paperwork provided for the approved device.
• North Dock: Monitoring trash dump for theft attempts, opening and closing dock doors, tracking outbound trucks, counting pallets for inbound trucks, monitoring open dock doors as they are being loaded. monitoring special projects during peak season
• South Dock: Counting pallets for inbound trucks, monitoring special projects during peak season, sending and receiving emails, typing truck information, and monitoring open dock doors. open and close dock doors
• Metal Detector: Checking devices in and out; only approved devices with a sticker or approved paperwork are allowed. Making sure visitors clear through the x‑ray. Watching the X‑Ray machine, making sure everyone clears through the X‑Ray. Making sure no prohibited items enter the building.
• Tracker: Keeps track of all high value loads via computer software.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• Must be available to on call roles.
• Flexible in supporting shifts available.
• Mornings, Mid-day, overnight, and weekend availability required.
• Available for 2 shifts, 4-5 days a week required for locations in NORTH/SOUTH HOUSTON
• High school degree or equivalent
• Non-Commissioned Security License required
• Professional demeanor and appearance
• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize assigned tasks
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Minimum of one year of customer service experience
• Minimum of one year of security experience
• Must be able to pass pre‑employment screening (background and drug)
• This position will require occasional crawling, crouching, climbing of stairs, kneeling, running, sitting, standing, stooping and walking for extended periods of time

Preferred Qualifications

• Client facing, professional demeanor for Class A buildings.

CANDIDATES WITHIN 10 TO 15 MILE RADUIS

Pay and Benefits

• Positions starting at $18.00 / hour
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical and Dental insurance
• Opportunities for career growth and promotion
• Skills‑enhancing training

LOCATIONS ARE FOR: HOUSTON, TEXAS

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