Vigilant Security Officer - Patrol, Service & Safety

Vallarta-Supermarket; Arvin (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in California is seeking a Security Officer to safeguard our premises, assets, team members, and customers. You will patrol, investigate suspicious behavior, enforce policies, and maintain high visibility and integrity while delivering exceptional customer service.

The role requires strong communication, vigilance, and the ability to cooperate with local authorities and emergency responders.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior Security Guard experience preferable.
• Customer Service experience.
• Basic understanding of Spanish and English; reading, writing, and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Provide security to the business as well as its occupants, team members, customers, and vendors. Secure premises and personnel by patrolling the property and always staying visible.
• Provide extraordinary customer service to customers, team members, and vendors. Greeting and smiling all the time.
• Be vigilant and alert. Identify possible exposure to the security of everyone in the business such as fights and any other disturbances. Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures, and restraining trespassers where applicable.
• Writing activity and incident reports as needed by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.
• Contacting local authorities when needed. Maintain a Professional relationship and Communication with Law Enforcement, Fire Departments, and emergency medical personnel.
• Contribute and assist the Asset Protection team's efforts in preventing theft and losses to control shrink.
• Assist the Asset Protection teams as needed in the execution of shoplifting arrest, and or any crimes committed against the company.
• Adhere and enforce all company policies, procedures, and operating standards.
• Remain in compliance with local, state, federal, and BSIS regulations for Proprietary Private Security. Keep all Licensing up to date.
• Respond to emergencies and provide necessary assistance to Team Members and/or customers.
• Follow procedures for various initiatives, including fire prevention, and property damage.
• Firewatch patrol as necessary.
• Use company-provided cell phones to stay in contact with other security personnel and the Asset Protection Team.
• Stay vigilant when there are money tills being transported.
• Inspect perimeter doors to ensure locks are in place and working properly at the end of the day.
• Report any safety issues and concerns.
• Report Graffiti.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Observational skills

Oral and written communication

BSIS Power to Arrest

Adaptable to changes

Customer service mindset

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Vallarta Supermarkets in California is seeking a Security Officer to safeguard our premises, assets, team members, and customers. You will patrol, investigate suspicious behavior, enforce policies, and maintain high visibility and integrity while delivering exceptional customer service.

The role requires strong communication, vigilance, and the ability to cooperate with local authorities and emergency responders.