Security Guard

New York Power Authority; Town of Lewiston (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Power Authority is hiring a Security Guard. The role involves enforcing security rules, controlling access points, badge creation for visitors, contractors, and vendors, and conducting patrols to protect the facility.

Responsibilities include searches, trespass detection, collaboration with law enforcement, and ensuring safety equipment is inspected and stocked. Training will cover emergency response and security systems operation.

Qualifications

• High School graduate with two years related field experience.
• Must hold a valid New York State Driver license.
• Must obtain and maintain Security Guard License in NYS.

Responsibilities

• Control access points for vehicles and personnel to prevent unauthorized entry.
• Badge visitors, contractors and vendors and provide security escorts.
• Search personnel and vehicles to detect unauthorized materials for sabotage.
• Conduct regular patrols to ensure facility security.
• Detect trespassers and coordinate with law enforcement.
• Inspect safety equipment and replenish first aid supplies; obtain required certifications.
• Provide crowd control for NYPA-sponsored events.
• Manage PBX, paging, and two-way radio coordination.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Report writing

Computer literacy

Health

Education

High School diploma

Security Guard License

Driver license

Job description

The New York Power Authority is an equal opportunity employer.

Summary

Under general supervision, as a shift or scheduled worker, enforce all rules, regulations and instructions as required to provide absolute protective security.

Responsibilities

• Would require duties such as control all points of vehicle and personnel access to prevent unauthorized entry through personal interaction or through video monitors or remote gate operation.
• Responsible for the badging of visitors, contractors and vendors and providing Security escorts.
• Conduct searches of personnel and access vehicles to detect the presence of unauthorized materials which could be used for industrial sabotage.
• The person would be responsible for conducting regular foot and mobile patrols in to ensure the security of the facility.
• The person would be responsible for the detection of trespassers.
• Foster a strong working relationship with local law enforcement.
• Responsible for checking company property removed from premises and collecting property removal passes.
• Responsible for the inspection of all fire extinguishers, Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, Automatic Electronic Defibrillators, eye wash stations and replenishment of first aid supplies throughout the facility. Guards will obtain certification in "First Aid in the Workplace" and must be a certified climber.
• Provide crowd control for special events sponsored by NYPA.
• Perform the PBX function by directing incoming calls, operating the paging system and act as dispatcher for two-way radio system.
• Attend training to become an active participant in the Emergency Response Team and respond to all emergencies on site.
• Conduct inspections of security intrusion alarm systems and any and all associated security duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Person must possess excellent interpersonal skills as well as strong verbal and written communication skills to appropriately deal with the public on a daily basis.
• Must be familiar with computer software and be able to write clear concise reports.
• Candidate must be in general good health as determined by a physician on an annual basis.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• High School graduate with two years experience in related field and possess a valid New York State Driver license.
• Candidate must be trustworthy person who can meet all the standards of the New York State Guard Act and be able to obtain and maintain Security Guard License with the State of New York Licensing Department.
• Candidate must successfully complete a pre-employment examination and pre-employment background check to include polygraph, criminal history check, and physical exam with drug screen.

Physical Requirements

N/A

Military Occupational Specialty Codes

• MOS - Army:
• MOS - Marines:
• MOS- Navy:

Hourly rates for union-represented employees are collectively bargained by the New York Power Authority and IBEW. The negotiated pay rate for this position is $28.70 per hour.

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates' disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail].