Transit Security Guard Jobs in Federal Way, WA (NOW HIRING)

Trident Seafoods is North America’s largest vertically integrated seafood company—partnering with fishermen, employees, and communities to responsibly harvest, process, and share wild Alaska seafood with the world. With deep roots in Alaska and operating across the globe, Trident is a privately held company headquartered in Seattle, committed to nourishing the world while upholding the highest standards for safety, sustainability, and excellence.
At Trident Seafoods, we work together for something bigger than ourselves. From nourishing the world with the best protein on earth to protecting our oceans, serving our fishermen, and supporting communities in Alaska and beyond, here, you’ll find a values-driven culture where your growth matters, your work has purpose and your contributions are recognized and appreciated—because at Trident, we believe meaningful work connects us all.

Summary:

Provides safety and security of moored vessels and the facility. They are responsible for continuously observing hot work activity for the detection of, and response to, fires before, during, and after hot work operations both on in port vessels and shoreside. The role will also be required to monitor the premises, prevent unauthorized access, respond to incidents, and maintain a safe working environment for employees and visitors.

Essential Functions: (Responsibilities, Tasks, Supervisory Needs)

• Conducts regular patrols of the facility and vessels to observe and report on conditions supporting Hot Work program; enforces company security policies and procedures to prevent theft, vandalism, or other security related incidents.
• Responds to incidents, disturbances, medical emergencies, or incident alarms, and notifies law enforcement or emergency services and site leadership.
• Walks or drives throughout the site to check for unsafe conditions, hazards, broken locks, or unauthorized intruders.
• Greets guests and providing directions while maintaining a professional security presence.
• Verifies identification and credentials of personnel entering the premises; restricts access of unauthorized personnel, and monitors security cameras, alarms, and access control systems to detect and respond to any suspicious activities or safety hazards promptly.
• Notifies designated personnel of any environmental or safety incidents or risks not previously documented; provide environmental support (basic monitoring, water sampling, meter readings, clean-up).
• Operates forklift or vehicles supporting the 22-acre facilities to mitigate safety and environmental concerns and/or issues.
• Communicates and reviews completed daily hot work activities with vessel Night Watch. Follows conditions and requirements specified on the Marine Chemist Certificate and Shipyard Competent Person Hot Work Permit.
• Develops detailed activities reports pertaining to shift activities (incidents, accidents, and observations), communicate via written and verbal communication with key stakeholders.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive. The organization may assign other duties as needed to meet business requirements.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. Full time employees may be eligible for discretionary/performance-based incentives, medical, dental and vision insurance plans, optional HRA/HSA, telemedicine, employee assistance and wellness programs, long-term disability, basic life and AD&D, and 401(k) with a company match, paid time off, 10 paid holidays each year, and paid parental leave.  For full-time employees, the initial paid time off benefit starts at 20 days per year, adjusted commensurate with relevant experience.  Commuter and transit programs are also available.

Travel/On-Call Requirements: This position may require employee to be On-Call during nights, weekends, and holidays.

 Required Qualifications: (Education, Years of Experience, Certifications)

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred Education & Experiences:

• Current CPR/First Aid certificate or ability to obtain CPR certification within 30 days of employment
• Ability to be certified to operate a forklift within 30 days of employment
• Security guard experience preferred.
• Washington State Unarmed Security Certification or be able to obtain within 6 months of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Able to work as a team member and clearly communicate to individuals and large groups.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays or other shifts as required.
• Access to reliable access to transportation.
• Physical fitness and the ability to stand, walk, and perform patrol duties for extended periods.
• Strong observational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to supervisor, site leadership, and other employees of the organization.
• Required to develop and distribute documentation which is used for compliance with local, state, and federal environment, health and safety regulatory agencies.
• Handling and using security equipment, such as radios (if applicable) may require physical strength and dexterity.

Work environment:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment may occasionally be loud. With night shifts, there will be work in low-light conditions.

Work Ability Requirements:

Must be capable of boarding and departing (exiting) a vessel without assistance by moving up or climbing a gangplank and/or a vertical ladder. Must be capable of boarding/departing the vessel by being lifted in a crane or manlift. May also enter and exit a skiff from a dock or a boat unassisted. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision and peripheral vision. The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech or other sounds.

Work Authorizations

• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

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Trident Seafoods and its subsidiaries have adopted a drug-free workplace policy. Working under the influence of Drugs or Alcohol is not permitted.
Employment with Trident Seafoods is contingent upon the candidate maintaining valid immigration status and work authorization throughout employment, with or without immigration sponsorship by the company.