Security Guard I - 1st Shift

EchoStar; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

HSA

ESPP

Flexible time away

Job summary

EchoStar in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a dependable Unarmed Security Guard to patrol facilities during the 1st shift (0700–1500) Friday–Tuesday, with overtime potential. You will monitor CCTV, verify visitors, lock and safeguard entries, and document daily activity to ensure a secure on-site environment.

Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview and maintain vigilance during shifts. The role supports a broad campus, requiring strong judgment and independence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of guard experience preferred.
• Experience with access badge systems, CCTV, and fence sensors is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine interior and exterior property checks to ensure doors, gates and windows are secure.
• Monitor live security footage and alarm systems; address potential breaches.
• Verify credentials of visitors and vendors to maintain access control.
• Document daily activity reports (DARs) and note hazards in a tracking system.
• Draft incident narratives and serve as primary contact for emergencies.
• Leverage monitoring software to flag anomalies and streamline reporting.

Skills

Security surveillance

Perimeter checks

Access control

CCTV operations

Emergency response

Excellent communication

Independent judgment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Access badge systems

Fence Disturbance Sensors

AI monitoring software

Job description

Company Summary

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

Department Summary

Our Facilities team oversees the offices we call home. We ensure our teams can connect, collaborate and innovate in a space built to support success. From securing our campuses to making sure our events go off without a hitch, Facilities is the human face of our company’s well-oiled onsite operation.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview.

Seeking a dependable, alert, and proactive Unarmed Security Guard to oversee property operations during day shift hours. The primary focus involves maintaining a safe and secure environment through regular patrols, facility monitoring, and perimeter checks. Because this role includes an independent weekend shift, success requires excellent judgment, high self-motivation, and the ability to stay strictly vigilant during quiet hours.

The schedule for this position is 1st shift (0700 to 1500) Friday-Tuesday (Wed/Thurs off) with the opportunity for overtime. (Subject to change based on facility needs)

What Success Looks Like (Objectives):

• Perform routine interior and exterior property checks to ensure all doors, gates, and windows are locked; maintain active perimeter security
• Keep a watchful eye on live security footage, alarm systems, and access points while addressing potential breaches
• Verify credentials of all visitors, vendors, and incoming shipping vehicles to maintain strict property access control
• Document daily activity reports (DARs) and record structural or safety hazards using a digital tracking system
• Draft detailed, factual narratives regarding property damage, unauthorized entry, or system malfunctions; act as the primary contact for emergency services
• Leverage AI-enhanced monitoring software and intelligent analytics to flag anomalies and streamline incident reporting efficiency

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Core Skills and Competencies (What you'll bring):

• Strong skills in physical security surveillance, perimeter checks, and access control management
• Ability to de-escalate high-stress situations or rule infractions calmly using a professional, non-contact approach
• Critical experience performing continuous physical activity including standing, walking, and climbing stairs for 8-to-12 hour shifts
• AI literacy and application in modern facility management tools, mobile reporting platforms, and digital security systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills needed for drafting comprehensive incident narratives and daily activity logs
• High degree of self-motivation, sound decision-making, and independent problem-solving during solo night shifts

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum Experience: 1 year of guard experience
• Required Technical Skills: Must have experience with:
  • Access badge systems
  • CCTV operations
  • Fence Disturbance Sensors

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

Salary Ranges

Compensation: $15.90/Hour - $22.74/Hour

Benefits

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits.

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.

EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please [e-mail] you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.

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