Security Officer - Escondido (61491)

Inter-Con Security; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and career development

401(k) retirement plan

Medical and dental benefits

Uniform provided

Job summary

A leading security solutions provider is hiring unarmed Security Officers in Escondido, California. This role offers competitive pay at $21/hr with all shifts available. Candidates should have at least three years of relevant security experience and a California Guard Card. Responsibilities include conducting patrols, logging visitors, and maintaining security protocols. Benefits include career development, uniforms, and a supportive environment. Opportunities for veterans are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of security guard experience.
• Must possess valid California Guard Card.
• Must pass background check and 7-panel drug test.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interior and exterior patrols.
• Log in all visitors and vehicles.
• Administer access control over vehicles and personnel.

Skills

English proficiency

Integrity

Computer skills

Patrolling

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

California Guard Card

CPR Certification

Job description

Overview

Founded in 1973, Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is a leading US-owned security company, providing integrated security solutions to government and commercial customers on four continents. Inter-Con remains under family ownership and control and operates as the industry leader in the field of customized, high-requirement security solutions. Inter-Con employs over 25,000 security personnel worldwide, trained and managed by a team of professionals with unsurpassed military, law enforcement, and security experience. Inter-Con is Everywhere Security Matters.

Why Work at Inter-Con?

Inter-Con is a thriving company that is passionate about its products and people, offering opportunities for growth and career advancement in an environment that cares for its employees. The company aims to help you build a safer future by joining its team.

Employment Opportunity

Sometimes the threat to life, destruction of critical infrastructure or damage to the environment is so severe that a specially trained and equipped security force is needed. When that happens, Inter-Con turns to its Security Officers. As part of this elite team, you will secure some of our most vital assets. You will be trained in enhanced security procedures and be exposed to cutting edge technology. The qualifications are high, and the training is rigorous, but if you make it, you’ll join one of the most exclusive clubs in the Inter-Con family. As a Security Officer you are at the tip of the spear when it comes to the advanced security solutions we provide our clients every day.

Job Description

Unarmed Security Officers Needed!! New Contract! $21/hr!!! All Shifts Available!!!

Inter-Con is searching for aspiring individuals to join our thriving team of Security Officers. You’ll work as a member of a close team to form the backbone of the broad security services Inter-Con provides its valued clients every day.

Specific Benefits Include

• Competitive pay.
• Recognition and Reward Programs.
• Training and Career Development.
• Opportunities for Medical, dental, Holidays, vacation and sick, and 401 (k) retirement plan.
• Uniform and equipment provided.
• Additional benefits vary depending on position.

All Security Guards Shall Meet The Following Minimum Criteria

Security Guards shall have a minimum of three (3) years of security guard experience of which two (2) years must be protecting critical infrastructure sectors or equivalent duty. Commercial facility sector, apartment/HOA, or retail store security experience does not qualify. The following experience will be considered equivalent duty:

• US Military: 2 years or more in any branch, with an honorable discharge.
• Police Officer: 2 or more years with acceptable performance.
• Graduate of a Police or Corrections Academy (must be POST certified), and one (1) year experience protecting critical infrastructure in sectors other than commercial facilities.
• Completion of Criminal Justice Degree, Associate or higher, and one (1) year experience protecting critical infrastructure in sectors other than commercial facilities.
• Completion of Homeland Security Degree, and one (1) year experience protecting critical infrastructure in sectors other than commercial facilities.
• Qualifying critical infrastructure experience must be clearly identified and placed in the security guard’s personnel folder.
• Security Guards shall possess an acceptable level of agility, stamina, and overall good physical health allowing them to:
• Stand for up to eight (8) hours at a single post.
• Walk long distances over uneven terrain, dirt or rocky paths, day and night, and in all weather conditions.
• Lift twenty-five (25) lbs.
• Security Guards shall be proficient in English, both written and oral, and have basic log and report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct yourself professionally
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols within an office, industrial complex or shopping centers with medium/high volume of people.
• Perform patrols around the perimeter.
• Check all personnel entering facilities.
• Log in all visitors, vehicles and vendors.
• Issue visitor badges as required.
• Maintain security, visitor logs and other records.
• Administer access control over vehicles entering garages or other parking structures
• Operate a hand-held radio, cell phone or other communication devices as needed
• Access control of all entries by employees, vendors, contractors, visitors, etc.
• Maintain and carry the assigned company cell phone as required.
• Assist employees in an orderly evacuation of the building and to Muster Points in an event of a fire or other emergency.
• Observe and report suspicious activity or situations and use communication skills and deductive reasoning to prioritize duties.

Qualifications

• Speak, read, and write English
• Shall possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalency
• Must be of high integrity and possess exemplary security skills and judgment.
• Must possess above average computer skills and must hold all necessary and required licenses, permits and certifications required by the assignment to perform security officer duties.
• Valid California Guard Card
• Pass a background Check
• Pass a 7-panel drug test
• Driver’s License
• CPR Certification, we can help get you certified

Work Environment and Schedule

• Job operates in client sites which could be indoors or outdoors.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking, in the performance of daily security activities.
• Open availability Nights, Weekends, Holidays and overtime as directed (overtime occurs).
• Work various shifts and Holidays as assigned.

Veterans

Inter-Con is passionate about hiring veterans. We have hired thousands of veterans over the years and plan to keep hiring as many as we can. If you are a veteran seeking a rewarding career among a team that values your service and growth within our organization, please review our opportunities. Visit www.icsecurity.com/careers/ for more information.

Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is an affirmative action employer who provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups. License PPO# 6822