Uniform Security Officer

DK Security, Inc; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Accident Insurance

Voluntary Hospital Indemnity

Voluntary Critical Illness

Identity Theft Protection

Employee Assistance Program

Earned Sick Time

Job summary

DK Security is Michigan’s fastest growing security company, established in 1995, offering uniform security, event staff security, loss prevention, and more. This role supports protecting sites, ensuring safety, and delivering excellent customer service in a critical service function.

As a Uniformed Security Officer, you will patrol, monitor, and secure premises, respond to emergencies, and maintain reporting on daily activities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must pass a drug screening at hire and randomly thereafter per federal laws.
• Must not have felonies.
• Must not have misdemeanors related to dishonesty, fraud, impersonation of law enforcement, assault, weapons, or two or more alcohol-related offenses.
• Must be able to stand, sit and walk for 8–12 hours, including stairs.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to clients, customers, coworkers, and visitors.
• Guard posts at building lobbies or reception areas.
• Conduct hourly patrols to ensure doors and entries are secure.
• Monitor surroundings on closed-circuit TV.
• Check employee and vendor identifications.
• Look for suspicious persons or activities.
• Report hazardous conditions and items in need of repair.
• Document daily activities and incident reports.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

DK Security is Michigan’s fastest growing security company. Established in 1995, we began as an investigations firm and quickly expanded to provide uniform security, event staff security, loss prevention services, and much more based on the needs of our clients.

DK Security can provide you an opportunity to grow, develop and meet new people in a professional setting. We offer you the opportunity to enjoy the atmosphere of working on a team in a position that serves a critical purpose. DK has earned a reputable name in the security industry thanks to our outstanding officers that work in the field, and we cannot wait to have you join our team!

Job Skills / Requirements

Uniformed Security Officers are responsible for protecting the site’s building, grounds, assets, employees, students and visitors against criminal activity, accidents, fires and natural disasters, as well as providing outstanding customer service to our customers, clients, and visitors.

COMPENSATION

• Rate of Pay: $19.40/hour
• Benefits: Voluntary Accident Insurance, Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Program and Earned Sick TIme (eligibility requirements apply).

JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must provide excellent customer service when dealing with Clients, Customers, Co-Workers, etc.
• Guard posts – this may include building lobbies or reception areas.
• Conduct hourly foot patrol of interior and exterior to check entrances, doors, windows and vents are locked and secure against break-ins (includes climbing stairs).
• Monitor surroundings on closed‑circuit television.
• Ensure unauthorized persons do not enter restricted areas.
• Check for employee and vendor identifications.
• Look for suspicious persons, packages and activities.
• May provide first aid or other medical treatment in emergency situations.
• May operate x‑ray and/or metal detection equipment where the equipment is deployed.
• Must follow site specific post guidelines.
• Will report potentially hazardous conditions and items in need of repair including lighting, plumbing, wet floors, etc.
• Document daily activities and incident reports

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have at least a high school diploma or equivalent education certification, such as a GED, per MCL 338.1067 §17(2) .
• Must be able to pass a drug screening at the time of hire and randomly thereafter (including for marijuana). Since our company contracts with the federal government, we must comply to federal laws regarding the use of marijuana, regardless of whether it is used recreationally or medicinally.
• Must not have been convicted of any felonies, per MCL 338.1060 §10(1)(c) .
• Must not have been convicted of any misdemeanors related to dishonesty, fraud, impersonation of law enforcement, assault, weapons, unauthorized sale of information or evidence, controlled substances (including for marijuana), or two or more alcohol related offenses, per MCL 338.1060 §10(1)(c).
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk, including up and down stairs, for 8-12 hours at a time.
• Must be able to see clearly at least 20 feet away (assisted with glasses or contact lenses if necessary).
• Must be able to hear conversations in loud environments either in-person or via radio.
• Must be able to use a smart mobile phone or computer to check emails and complete online training.
• Must be able to fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be professional and possess excellent customer service skills.
• Must have excellent personal integrity and a positive attitude.
• Must complete required trainings on time and adhere to all client and company policies.
• Note: Many applicants are being considered for this role. Failing to meet any of the requirements above will cause your application to be rejected. Submitting an application does not guarantee a call back or an interview. After submitting your application, please allow our recruiting department one week to evaluate your candidacy before reaching out.

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma or GED

Additional Information / Benefits

DK Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants have rights under federal employment law.

This job reports to the Site Supervisor or Operations Manager