Security Guard FT FED Monte Cristo

South Texas Health System; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas Health System in Edinburg, TX is seeking an unarmed Security Guard to patrol hospital grounds and buildings, monitor access, and report incidents to the supervisor. The role emphasizes courteous interaction with patients, staff, and visitors while maintaining safety and security.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, be able to obtain a Texas DPS Non-Commissioned Security Officer license within 45 days of hire, and hold a Texas Driver’s License.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or higher.
• Able to obtain a Valid Texas DPS Non-Commissioned Security Officer License within 45 days of hire.
• Must possess the appropriate Texas Operator’s and/or Commercial Driver's License to operate motor vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital grounds/buildings and monitor exits to prevent theft or harm.
• Observe and report any unusual activity to supervisor or management.
• Interact with the public and staff with courtesy and professionalism.
• Inspect identification prior to entering restricted areas and report equipment malfunctions.

Skills

Flexibility

Observational skills

Public interaction

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Texas Driver's License

Texas DPS Security Officer License

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Security Guard watches and patrols hospital, building or office grounds and property to defend against damage, theft, of harm caused by others. Duties are performed unarmed. Walks or drives around premises to insure building or post security. Maintains a lookout at exits to guard against theft. Inspects identification of persons prior to entering restricted areas. The security guard observes activity at a particular post or posts and reports any unusual activities to the supervisor of other responsible person. Performs routine monitoring and reporting duties and follows specific guidelines for observing and reporting such incidents. Reports malfunctions of equipment that may impact the security and well being of the facility to supervisor and/or facility management. Required to interact with public and other facility staff with courtesy and professionalism.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be at least 18 years of age

2. Be capable of working efficiently and effectively at any time of the day or night, including irregular and unscheduled hours, after sufficient rest.

3. Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer

EDUCATION / LICENSURE:

1. High School diploma, GED or Higher Education required.

2. Must be able to acquire a Valid Texas Department of Public Safety Non-Commissioned Security Officer License with-in 45 days of hire.

3. Must possess the appropriate Texas Operator’s and/or Commercial Driver's License to operate motor vehicles.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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