Security Guard (Fort Lee, NJ)

Planned Companies; Fort Lee (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K with employer match

Job summary

Planned Companies in Fort Lee, NJ seeks Private Security Guards for routine patrols, gate house security, and monitor CCTV systems to ensure safety. Primary responsibilities include access control, incident response, and detailed reporting.

For the role, a SORA license and 2+ years of experience are required, along with a valid NJ driver's license and a high school diploma. The position is full-time with benefits and 401K matching.

Qualifications

• SORA license and valid NJ driver's license.
• 2+ years of security officer experience.
• Knowledge of NJ security laws and guidelines.
• Excellent surveillance and observation.
• Experience with CCTV surveillance systems.
• First Aid, BLS, and self-defense training.
• Strong report writing and clear verbal communication.
• High School diploma required.
• Full-time employees eligible for medical, dental, vision and ancillary benefits.
• 401K with employer match for all employees.

Responsibilities

• Routine security & safety patrols to establish security presence.
• Verify access credentials for residents, guests, vendors, and deliveries.
• Ensure all exits/doors/windows are secure and functioning.
• Monitor CCTV surveillance to identify disruptions.
• Respond to and investigate alarms and notifications.
• Provide security assistance to residents, guests, and vendors.
• Report uninvited guests and unlawful acts to authorities.
• Submit daily surveillance and incident reports to management.

Skills

Surveillance

Observation

Report writing

Verbal communication

Education

High School diploma

Tools

CCTV systems

Job description

Planned Companies - Security - Job Description

Schedule: Sunday - Monday 3pm to 11pm -Friday 7am to 3pm & Saturday 3pm to 11pm

Location: Fort Lee, NJ

Pay Rate: $17.50

Summary

Residential and commercial properties want to ensure peace of mind and effective response to challenges more than ever. This is why our Planned Security Services (PSS) division is hiring friendly and professional Private Security Guards to provide routine patrol and safety checks, gate house security, mobile patrol, fire watch and control room monitoring.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Routine security & safety patrol of property and structures to ensure order and establish a security presence.
• Verify and track access credentials of residents, guests, vendors, and deliveries to the property.
• Ensure all exits, doors, and windows are secure and functioning.
• Monitor and track surveillance cameras (CCTV) to identify disruptions or unlawful acts.
• Respond to, investigate, and assess notifications, communications, and alarms.
• Provide security related assistance and support to residents, guests and vendors in need.
• Report uninvited guests, suspicious possessions, and all unlawful acts to the proper authorities.
• Create and submit daily surveillance and incident reports to Planned Security Services management.

Requirements:

• New Jersey Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) license and Clean/Valid Driver’s License.
• 2+ years of experience as a Security Officer or Guard.
• Knowledge of local, regional, and state legal guidelines for area security and public safety
• Excellent surveillance and observation skills.
• Experience with Closed Circuit (CCTV) surveillance systems.
• Training in First Aid, Basis Life Saving (BLS) and self-defense
• Strong report writing and clear verbal communication skills.
• A High School diploma is required.
• Full-time employees (defined as working 30 or more hours per week) are eligible for medical, dental, vision and other ancillary benefits.
• All employees (full-time and part-time) are eligible to participate in the company’s 401K which has an employer match.

" Planned Companies is an equal opportunity employer. Planned Companies does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision of employment opportunities and benefits."

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