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Security Officer III (Armed)

Mckinney, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Security Officer III (Armed) Encore Wire McKinney - McKinney, TX 75069 Overview Position Type ... Monitors security cameras, access controls, visitor management and related systems. Essential Job ...

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Do workers at Encore Wire get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
100% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Does Encore Wire pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
80% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

At Encore Wire, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
73% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from Encore Wire affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
93% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Encore Wire?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 71% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 29% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do workers at Encore Wire worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
80% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do Encore Wire workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
63% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2025.

How easy is it for Encore Wire workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
50% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Encore Wire?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
83% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do Encore Wire managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
90% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.

Do jobs at Encore Wire spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
9% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Encore Wire?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
85% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Is working at Encore Wire good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
63% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Encore Wire feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
79% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Encore Wire get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
67% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Encore Wire?

Most people feel stressed out here.
73% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Encore Wire enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
62% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Encore Wire recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
63% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Encore Wire?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
47% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Encore Wire?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 57% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.

Do people think Encore Wire’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
81% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Encore Wire is doing?

Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
80% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Security Officer III (Armed)

Encore Wire

Mckinney, TX • On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Other

Re-posted 10 days ago


Encore Wire rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Security Officer III (Armed)

Encore Wire McKinney - McKinney, TX 75069

Overview

Position Type Full Time Job Shift Full Time

Description

Highly skilled Security Professional. Assigned to a fixed post or performs preventive patrol in an assigned area on foot or by vehicle. Provides armed protection of corporate property, assets, personnel and visitors against illegal entry, theft, vandalism, safety hazards and fire. Monitors security cameras, access controls, visitor management and related systems.

Essential Job Functions

  • Works in environments and under conditions that require carrying authorized weapons and ammunition, the use of protective gear and devices, and awareness of personal safety and safety of others.
  • Monitors personnel movements to and from controlled access areas.
  • Responsible for checking in and properly vetting all campus visitors.
  • Responds to gate bypasses and performs gate overrides.
  • Conducts standbys for failed drug tests, employee terminations and other personnel actions as required.
  • Patrols grounds and parking areas by vehicle and on foot; observes employees, contractors and visitors.
  • When assigned patrol duty, may be required to oversee Security Operations Center in the absence of higher authority.
  • Identifies vehicles parked in violation of law or company policy and takes corrective action.
  • Notifies, assists, and directs external first responders and internal emergency response teams as required.
  • Ensures security management is apprised of all significant and unusual events in a timely fashion.
  • Documents daily activities; conducts preliminary investigations and prepares reports concerning personal injury, property damage, theft, or describing problems or incidents.
  • When assigned patrol duty, may be required to transport employees to and from hospital for nonemergent care.
  • Responds to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, inclement weather and other incidents.
  • Assists with traffic flow on campus and at gate entrances.
  • Maintains and monitors security cameras, access controls, visitor management and related systems.
  • Depending upon work assignment, may be required to weigh/inspect truckloads and enter load information and customer/truck information into computer.
  • Maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons.
  • Attends training and other required company functions.
  • Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Education: High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate. College level course work and specialized training in law enforcement, criminal justice, security, emergency management and/or a related field is highly desirable.
  • Experience: Minimum 3 years Security, Military, Emergency Management, Law Enforcement and/or other equivalent experience required; or a satisfactory equivalent combination of knowledge and experience. Prior supervisory and training experience is strongly preferred.
  • Successful completion of a tactical handgun or rifle course is preferred.
  • Attendance to Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training is highly preferred.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Security Operations policy and procedures.
  • Successful completion of employment background check and medical screening.
  • Proof of completion of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory test or equivalent (proof of completion of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory test shall be on the prescribed form Declaration of Psychological and Emotional Health and shall be signed by a licensed psychologist).
  • Has or is able to obtain Level III Commissioned Security Officer license.
  • Has a valid driver license and a satisfactory driving record that conforms to the company's insurance policy and requirements.
  • Ability to read and write the English language.
  • Ability to meet and continue to meet all applicable state licensing requirements for security officers.
  • Ability to utilize rapid and effective judgement in responding to unusual or emergency situations using appropriate escalation of force level.
  • Effective interpersonal skills; specifically, for addressing potential conflicts.
  • Effective communication skills to express ideas clearly and concisely in written and oral form.
  • Ability to accurately perform routine data entry into a computer, make accurate basic mathematical calculations and accurately post and keep legible records.
  • Ability to work overtime and all shifts (day, evening, night, weekends and holidays) as needed.
  • Ability to take charge while responding professionally and calmly in emergency situations.
  • Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and have an ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.

Physical Demands

  • Ability to assume a variety of bodily positions and postures possibly for long periods of time to include sitting, standing, bending, reaching, leaning, pushing, pulling, grasping, turning, twisting, lifting and walking. Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Ability to frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally move objects up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to demonstrate proficiency with duty weapons through training and certification by the department firearms instructor.
  • Ability to operate vehicle in a safe and prudent manner. Must be able to react and move rapidly from a sedentary to active condition in response to environmental or duty-related situations or events.
  • Must be able to perform required duties for extended periods of time to include time worked in excess of the normal daily day shift or rotating shift work.
  • Must have auditory capability to hear alarms, monitors, intruders, etc.; must have olfactory capability to smell dangerous gases, fires, etc. Requires good eyesight (corrective lenses may be used) with accurate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.


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