Armed Security Guard- Night Shift

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Protect company properties, employees and assets by patrolling buildings and grounds.
• Provide protective escorts when needed or upon request.
• Provide traffic control and parking enforcement when necessary.
• Monitor security camera systems, the access control system, and other related alarm/security or fire safety equipment.
• Respond to safety and security calls.
• Monitor compliance of safety and security regulations as outlined by OSHA, State and Federal guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to react to emergency situations in a calm professional manner.
• Ability to work with various types of safety and security electronic equipment, and being comfortable with the operating various types of computer software.
• Ability to read a computer screen, operate a computer terminal, various electronic security equipment, two way radio system and telephone.
  
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in written form.
• Ability to patrol buildings, garages, surface areas and restrain or chase subjects if necessary.
• Ability to handle confidential information in a sensitive manner.
  
• Ability to be flexible and work in a continuously changing environment.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend or reach for 12 hours
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to adhere to stringent safety rules
• Must be able to work nights, either 11p-7a or 5p-5a

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school or equivalent (Required)
• 2 years of college (Preferred)

• One year security or equivalent experience required, including 6 months as an armed officer.
• At least 21 years of age required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred
  

• Military or Law Enforcement experience preferred but not required
  
• Basic understanding of access control, CCTV, firefighting equipment and first aid equipment required.
• Full-time, must have availability to work nights, weekends, overtime, and varied shifts as needed