Security Guard

Oak Farms Dairy; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Farms Dairy in San Antonio, TX seeks a full-time security guard to maintain safety across premises. You will verify identities, greet visitors, monitor alarm and video systems, and respond to emergencies while documenting incidents.

Strong observation and communication skills are essential for effective access control and customer service. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and may involve security training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Security guard training or related certification may be required.
• English reading/writing/speaking abilities needed.

Responsibilities

• Control access to site by verifying identification and logging entries.
• Assist visitors with entry and issue visitor passes as needed.
• Monitor alarms and video systems to prevent unauthorized access.
• Conduct walking security checks of doors, windows and entries.
• Report irregularities, hazards, and faulty equipment observed on duty.
• Respond to emergencies and write incident reports on duty.
• Enforce site rules and property regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

De-escalation

Observation

Problem solving

Interpersonal

English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Security training

Job description

Maintain the safety and security of employees, clients, visitors, and property. Inspect grounds and premises according to established schedules personally and/or with electronic surveillance equipment; report intruders or incidents to central security control or to external security or police agencies. Greet visitors; establish their reasons for being on the organization’s premises, and issue visitor passes to ensure that access to all buildings and premises is controlled. Respond promptly to requests for assistance from employees to ensure their safety and security.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Control access to site by ensuring proper identification of employees or visitors and prepare security logs
• Assist visitors with legitimate need to gain entry to facility
• Monitor alarms, entrances, and exits to facility (guard station, video-surveillance systems) and act to prevent unapproved or unlawful entry
• Make periodic walking tours of buildings and grounds to check doors, windows, and other entries to ensure they are properly secured
• Report any observed irregularities, such as presence of unauthorized people, fire hazards, leaking pipes, unsecured entries, and faulty equipment
• Respond to emergencies
• Write reports on what they observed while on duty
• Enforce rules and regulations of the location or property
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Security guard or security related training preferred
• 0 to 2 years of security guard or related work experience
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Able to respond courteously and efficiently to inquiries, complaints, and requests
• Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism
• Able to handle and deescalate confrontational situations
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
• Observation skills (alert and aware of surroundings and able to quickly recognize anything out of the ordinary)
• Problem solving skills (able to quickly determine the best course of action when a dangerous situation arises)
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range

$17.60

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