Security Guard

nan; King City (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Security Guards shall observe and report any suspicious activity, providing safety and protection to employees and customers.

The position involves patrolling buildings and surrounding areas, documenting incidents, and maintaining knowledge of security procedures. Applicants should have a valid BSIS Guard Card, a background check, and be able to work varied hours including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Background check clearance required.
• Possess a valid BSIS Security Guard card.
• Cannabis industry experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and professional conduct required.
• Ability to work varied hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to prepare clear security incident reports.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report suspicious activity and individuals; provide detailed descriptors.
• Maintain knowledge of security operations, policies and procedures.
• Conduct building and surrounding area sweeps; monitor access points.
• Communicate with law enforcement, fire departments and first responders.
• Liaise with managers, supervisors and staff to enhance safety.
• Operate CCTV systems and perform on-foot patrols.

Skills

Communication skills

Integrity & reliability

Customer service

Flexible hours

Education

HS diploma or GED

BSIS Security Guard Card

Job description

Description

Position Summary

Security Guards shall be responsible for observing and reporting any suspicious activity, providing safety and protection to our employees and customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Observe and report suspicious activity, identify subjects and provide detailed physical descriptors of any customer who may appear to show signs of suspicious behavior. Ability to provide details of any/all incidents that occur through incident reporting
• Maintain complete knowledge of all security operations, policies and procedures
• Conduct detailed sweeps of the building including the surrounding property and parking lots, while practicing rigorous attention to
• Communicate and liaise with law enforcement, fire departments and other first Responder
• Establish and maintain working relationships and provide assistance as requested to managers, supervisors and employees on an ongoing basis to enhance the security and safety of all employees, contractors,
• Monitor property access and public access to the building using a closed-circuit television camera system in addition to visual surveillance while on foot patrol around the
• Working knowledge of security operations and safety practices, state and local laws and regulations.
• Other duties as may be required as requested by

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Successfully complete a required background check
• Possess a valid Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Security Guard card
• Prior experience in the security field and/or customer service preferred
• Experience in communicating effectively and professionally with all
• Previous experience in the cannabis industry is highly recommended
• Consistently demonstrate integrity and honesty, reliability and dependability
• Available to work varies hours/days, including late nights, weekends, holidays, and/or events
• Ability to diffuse high-intensity situations with diligence, professionalism, and
• Ability to draft security incident reports in a clear and concise manner with careful attention to detail.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. Employees must be able to work an eight-hour shift with a combination of sitting, walking and standing. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must occasionally be able to pull/push carts 100-200 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and consistent.

NOTE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.