Security Officer Needed- Must Be Able to Work All Shifts

GuardTexas, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known security company seeks a Security Officer to ensure the safety and security of various premises in Austin, TX. The role involves patrolling, monitoring, and responding to disturbances with an emphasis on maintaining a strong security presence. Ideal candidates will possess Level II training and effective communication skills, aiming to deter crime through vigilant observation.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete Level II Security training.
• Active security registration preferred.
• Effective communication in English required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol premises to deter crime and ensure security.
• Write reports of daily activities and disturbances.
• Respond to alarms and report disturbances.

Skills

Communication

Customer service orientation

Critical thinking

Calm under pressure

Education

Level II Security training

Active Security Registration

Job description

Security Officer Needed- Must Be Able to Work All Shifts

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Job Description

Security Officer Needed- Must Be Able to Work All Shifts (Security)

Job Description

Security Officer Needed- Must Be Able to Work All Shifts (Security)

Austin, TX, United States of America

$17.00 - $19.00

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Job Skills / Requirements

The Security Officer (Patrol Division) safeguards property by patrolling premises and monitoring for theft, violence, safety issues, and/or disturbances through observation and reporting. Must be able to use a multitude of apps on a smartphone as reporting is done through those. The primary responsibility of the position is to deter crime through an authoritative presence.

Security Officer / Patrol Requirements

• Successfully complete minimum Level II Security training through a school licensed by the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau (PSB). Priority given to applicants with active security registration.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing
• Customer service orientation
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle crisis situations
• Critical thinking and sound judgment
• Visual acuity to drive at night and hearing ability to observe or otherwise obtain information from all relevant sources
• Ability to perform general physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and/or moving the entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, sitting, standing for long periods of time, and handling of materials
  
  

Security Officer / Patrol Duties

• Provide a visual security presence
• Conduct regular rounds of industrial, commercial or residential premises to deter and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows and gates
• Perform checks on windows, doors, gates, stairwells, fire exits, mechanical rooms and other areas as assigned by client or that a trespasser may use to gain illegal access, and insure that they are properly secure
• Inspect equipment if required to ascertain that tampering has not occurred and/or is in working order as noted in the post orders
• Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences including standing water or fire hazards, failure indicators on mechanical or electrical equipment, and temperature controls
• Respond to alarms and report disturbances
• Contact police, paramedics or fire departments in cases of emergency
• Contact Property Manager as appropriate per customer protocols
• Inform persons of rule infractions or violations such as loitering, smoking, carrying forbidden articles
• Assist in evacuation buildings in case of emergency
• Control crowds as required by job site
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or required by contract with customer based on their individual security needs
  
  

Certification Requirements (All)

Successfully Pass Level 2 Training and Exam

Active Security Registration

Non-commissioned Security Officer

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays

This job reports to the Manager

This is a position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, Weekends.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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