Security-Per Diem

Benchmark Senior Living; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living is seeking a Security professional in the Plant Maintenance department to protect community property and residents. The role includes patrolling facilities, inspecting doors/windows, and responding to emergencies while upholding safety standards.

Responsibilities cover incident reporting, securing areas, and coordinating with authorities as needed. A high school diploma and one year of related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or Equivalent.
• One year job related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts safety and security inspections of community property.
• Patrols buildings and grounds and records time at watch stations.
• Investigates and reports incidents and safety hazards.
• Responds to security calls and emergencies until relieved by a supervisor.
• Notifies agencies when emergency response is necessary.

Skills

Guest interaction

Situational awareness

Emergency response

Outdoor/indoor work

Education

High School diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Security

Department: Plant Maintenance

Date Revised: 7/31/2024

Reports To: Plant Operations Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Code: 4038

Job Summary

Responsible for promoting and guarding the community property and assets against fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry by unauthorized persons while meeting and/or exceeding service standards.

Principal Duties/Responsibilities

• Conducts safety and security inspections of all community property to include common areas, resident corridors, parking areas and perimeter access.
• Patrols community buildings and grounds as scheduled, may be required to register at watch stations to record time of inspection.
• Examines doors, windows and gates to ensure that they are secure.
• Patrols community property to prevent and discover activity in violation of criminal, fire or safety codes.
• Watches for and reports irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes and security doors left unsecured.
• Investigates and reports all acts of unlawful or safety hazards that would endanger persons or property.
• Investigates all incidents and suspicious occurrences, filing incident report appropriately.
• Responds to all security calls and complaints, taking necessary action and handling on-scene emergency situations until relieved by a supervisor.
• Inspects and reports all dangerous conditions and any damaged or defective equipment, machinery and property.
• Secures and unlocks areas and buildings in accordance with policy and community expectation.
• Raises, lowers and folds the flag appropriately.
• Notifies appropriate agencies in situations where their emergency response and support are necessary.
• Sounds alarm and/or calls police/fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Assists in emergency response procedures as per community policy.
• Ensures outside furniture or fixtures are secure in the event of inclement weather.
• Schedules and provides transportation for residents in accordance with policy.
• May be required to drive the community vehicle if necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification

• High School diploma or Equivalent.
• One year job related experience preferred.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must demonstrate an interest in working with a senior population.
• Interacts with guests, residents and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Responds promptly to resident needs.
• Works both outdoors and indoors all year.
• Possible exposure to hostile individuals.
• Possible exposure to chemicals as identified in the MSDS Manual.

Physical Requirements

In an 8-hour workday, associate will stand/walk: Hours at one time: 0 - 2

Total hours/day: 4 - 6

In an 8-hour workday, associate will sit: Hours at one time: 0 - 2

Total hours/day: 4 - 6

Associate will support/assist: (Maximum lbs): Frequently: 0 - 10 lbs.

Occasionally: 50 lbs.

Associate will lift/carry: (Maximum lbs): Frequently: 0 - 10 lbs.

Occasionally: 15 lbs.

Height of Lift: 3 - 4 feet

Distance of carry: 30 yards

Employee will use hands for repetitive: Simple grasping, pushing, and pulling, and fine manipulation

Employee should be able to: Bend: Occasionally

Squat: Occasionally

Kneel: Occasionally

Climb: Occasionally

Reach: Occasionally

Disclaimer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

I ______________________________ have read this job description and understand the duties and responsibilities of the position of Security. I further understand that it is my responsibility to perform my duties consistent with the highest standards of Benchmark Senior Living.

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Employee Signature Date

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Supervisor’s Signature Date