Security Guard

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Village of Tarrytown (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. in New York is seeking a vigilant security professional to patrol premises, monitor for hazards, manage entry points, and respond to incidents.

You will coordinate with management and emergency services, ensuring a safe environment for staff and visitors. The role focuses on preventing incidents through proactive observation, accurate reporting, and enforcing site rules with clear communication under pressure.

Qualifications

• Physical fitness to stand, walk, or patrol for extended periods.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle confrontations calmly.
• Customer service mindset when assisting guests and visitors.
• Ability to communicate clearly under stress.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and monitors premises to identify risks such as unauthorized persons or hazards like fire and water leaks.
• Manage entry and exit points by verifying identification, issuing visitor passes, and operating equipment like metal detectors.
• Monitor CCTV camera feeds and alarm systems in real-time to detect suspicious behavior or security breaches.
• Act as a first responder during medical emergencies, fires, or criminal acts, including CPR/First Aid and coordination with law enforcement.
• Maintain accurate daily logs and write detailed incident reports for management or legal purposes.
• Warning individuals of rule infractions and evicting trespassers using authorized force if necessary.

Skills

Physical fitness

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Composure under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CCTV monitoring

Alarm systems

Job description

• Patrolling & Monitoring: Conducting regular foot or vehicle patrols of the premises to identify risks, such as unauthorized persons or safety hazards like fire and water leaks.
• Access Control: Managing entry and exit points by verifying identification, issuing visitor passes, and operating equipment like metal detectors and X-ray scanners.
• Surveillance: Monitoring CCTV camera feeds and alarm systems in real-time to detect suspicious behavior or security breaches.
• Emergency Response: Acting as a first responder during medical emergencies, fires, or criminal acts, including performing CPR/First Aid and coordinating with law enforcement.
• Reporting: Maintaining accurate daily logs and writing detailed incident reports for management or legal purposes.
• Rule Enforcement: Warning individuals of rule infractions and evicting trespassers using authorized force if necessary.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Typically requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Licensing: Most regions require a valid state-prescribed security guard license (e.g., SIA in the UK or state-specific "Guard Card" in the US).
• Physical Fitness: Capability to stand, walk, or patrol for extended periods and respond quickly to physical threats.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to handle confrontations calmly, provide customer service to guests, and communicate clearly under stress.