Unarmed Security Guard

Eckerd Connects; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision

9 days of Vacation in the first year

Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Retirement savings with employer match

Workers Compensation

AD&D Insurance

PSLF Eligible Employer

Job summary

Eckerd Connects in the United States seeks a Guard I to enforce laws, protect people and property, and support safety operations within the Security Department.

We offer a range of benefits and opportunities, with hourly pay of $17.20 for positions including Full Time, Part Time, and PRN. A valid driver’s license, background checks and drug screening are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Prefer 1 year of security-related experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Must pass a drug screen per policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful nationwide background check.
• Job description is a general outline, not exhaustive.

Responsibilities

• Guard I enforces all laws, rules and policies of the Safety and Security Department.
• Enforces all authorized laws, rules, and regulations.
• Performs alarm and patrol duties to protect life and property against theft, misappropriation, vandalism, fire, flood, or other incidents.
• Provide vehicle transportation support under supervisor direction.
• Aids and assists visitors, students, and staff; conducts building safety checks.

Skills

High School Diploma

Security experience

Driver's license

Drug screening

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

Our Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
• Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Workers Compensation
• AD&D Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Service Contract Act (SCA) Position

Hourly Rate: $17.20

Full Time, Part Time, and PRN Positions Available

Duties And Responsibilities

• Guard I is responsible for enforcing all laws, rules and policies authorized by the Safety and Security Department.
• Enforces all authorized laws, rules, and regulations.
• Guard I performs alarm and patrol duties in assigned areas to protect life and property against theft, misappropriation, vandalism, fire, flood, or similar disaster, suspicious acts and/or persons, and other unusual conditions.
• Provide vehicle transportation support function under direction of supervisor in compliance with government, corporate and management directives.
• Aids and assists visitors, students, and staff; performs building security and safety checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Prefer 1 year of experience in a security department, law enforcement agency, or experience with security duties.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.
• This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

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