Security Guard - Andros Island, The Bahamas

OES - OpTech Enterprise Solutions; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Security Guard to ensure a safe environment at a remote location. This role involves controlling access, conducting inspections, and maintaining logs while adhering to strict security regulations. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills, a high school diploma, and the ability to meet physical standards. Join a team that supports critical operations and contributes to national defense in a unique setting. If you are ready for a challenging yet rewarding position, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required and must be eligible for a US Government security clearance.
• One year of related experience in a security environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform security checks and control access to facilities.
• Maintain logs and inspect materials entering the facilities.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Security Guard - Andros Island, The Bahamas

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Arcata is a technical services company supporting our nation's defense and maintaining our country's leadership in science, aeronautics, and space. Our greatest strength is our people. Together, the hard work of our staff and team members supports critical operations that make a difference and advance human achievement.

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Located on the white sandy beaches of the Andros Island, a Commonwealth of the Bahamas. Atlantic Undersea Test & Evaluation Center (AUTEC) is Arcata's newest partnership. AUTEC provides research, development, test and evaluation, engineering, analysis, and assessment, and fleet support capabilities for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and defensive undersea weapon systems, and stewards existing and emerging technologies in support of undersea warfare for the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport.

Job Summary
Responsible for performing Security Guard functions at AUTEC in support of a safe and secure environment for staff, visitors, and government assets on the AUTEC project.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provides and controls vehicle and pedestrian access to the facilities and ensures compliance with visitor regulations.
• Inspects and controls access of materials into facilities.
• Makes security checks of assigned facilities and areas.
• Completes compliance and safety inspections in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintains logs.
• Detects security incidents and reports them to Navy Security Forces for investigation and action.
• Must follow all security rules and regulations.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• US Citizenship REQUIRED
• High School graduate or equivalent.
• One-year related experience working in a Security environment.
• Valid US driver's license and passport will be required.
• Pass a physical examination given by a licensed physician or health care professional.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office.
• Distant Visual acuity in each eye shall be corrected to 20/30 (Snellen to equivalent) in better eye and 20/40 in the other eye with eyeglasses or contact lenses. If uncorrected, if distant vision is not at least 20/40 in the better eye, the individual shall carry an extra pair of corrective lenses. Near visual acuity, corrected or uncorrected, shall be at least 20/40 in the better. Ability to distinguish red, green and yellow colors. Individuals shall have no hearing loss in better ear greater than 30 decibels average at 500hz, 1,00hz and 2,000hz with no level greater than 40 decibels at any one frequency.
• Must meet minimum physical standards which include the ability to perform normal or emergency duties requiring physical exertion such as standing/walking/driving/jumping for extended periods of time. Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders. Must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds of material or equipment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• This position requires the individual to be eligible to obtain a US Government security clearance.
• Must be able to reside in remote location with limited medical facilities.

Arcata Associates is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact the Human Resources department at 702-642-9500 ext. 2.

Salary: $19.09 per hour