About this opportunity
GuardTexas, Inc. lists this Armed/Commissioned Security Officer (Security) opportunity in college station, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Guardtexas Security Officer
Join the guard company that specializes in Texas! Our name says it all - GuardTexas. We have been committed to serving the great state of Texas since 1976, providing security officers to clients across industries including commercial real estate, construction, retail, and residential communities. Our private ownership and deep Texas roots give us the flexibility to plan and provide growth not found in smaller or international companies. We are a certified security guard trainer and train our hires free of charge to help you obtain your license.
Job Skills / Requirements
This is a Level III Commissioned Position (Duty Weapon Needed)
Pay Range:
$16-18 per hour
Open Availability Required
Ideal candidate will have security experience and have worked on different types of security locations (office building, industrial, school, retail, etc.)
The Security Officer safeguards property by patrolling the premises and monitoring for theft, violence, safety issues, and/or disturbances through observation and reporting. The primary responsibility of the position is to deter crime through an authoritative presence.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides a visual security presence
Conducts regular rounds of industrial, commercial or residential premises to deter and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows and gates
Performs checks on windows, doors, gates, stairwells, fire exits, mechanical rooms and other areas as assigned by client or that trespassers may use to gain illegal access, and insure that they are properly secure
Inspects equipment if required to ascertain that tampering has not occurred and/or is in working order as noted in the post orders
Writes reports, time-stamps the location and documents any problems found on-site by the use of dropdown lists, keyboard typing, photos and/or audio clips, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences including standing water or fire hazards, failure indicators on mechanical or electrical equipment, and temperature controls
Responds to alarms and investigate disturbances
Contacts police, paramedics or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons
Contacts Property Manager as appropriate
Informs persons of rule infractions or violations such as loitering, smoking, carrying forbidden articles; apprehend or evict violators from premises
Assists in evacuation of buildings in case of emergency
Controls crowds as required by job site
Other duties as assigned by supervisor or required by contract with customer based on their individual security needs
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 18 years of age
High school diploma or GED preferred
Be registered OR successfully complete minimum Level III Security Commissioned Officer training through a school licensed by the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau in order to be registered for armed guard positions
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures and strategies to promote effective security operations for the protection of people, data, property and institutions
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services, including meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction
Knowledge of the content and structure of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, government regulations, agency rules, and company policies
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems, such as word processing, managing files and records
Teach or instruct others on the job
Successfully pass criminal history background check
Education Requirements (All)
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Certification Requirements (All)
Commissioned Security Officer Level III (Duty Weapon License)
Additional Information / Benefits
We offer a range of competitive benefits for our security officers:
Weekly paychecks with a no-fee pay card available that offers a range of free benefits
Additional pay for worked holidays
Access to credit union membership for you and your family
Insurance is available the first day of the month after 60 days of full time employment
After one year of full time employment, you qualify for paid vacation, reimbursement of uniform fees, and Company payment of PSB fees to maintain a current registration
This is a Part-Time position
Worksite address
college station, TX, 77840, US
Who can apply
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