About this opportunity
Black Cube Security lists this Armed Security Guard opportunity in oakland, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Armed Security Officer
The Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the Sublime manufacturing premises, its personnel, and assets. The officer will maintain a vigilant presence on the premises and ensure compliance with all relevant security procedures and protocols to prevent unauthorized access, theft, or damage.
Key Responsibilities
Monitoring and Surveillance: Operate and monitor the facility's video surveillance system, ensuring continuous coverage of all critical areas, including production rooms, storage facilities, and entry/exit points.
Respond immediately to any interruptions or failure notifications from the video surveillance system and report to the appropriate management personnel.
Alarm System Management: Maintain and operate the facility's alarm system, ensuring it is armed and disarmed as required.
Respond to any alarm triggers, including unauthorized entry attempts or suspicious activity, and notify the appropriate law enforcement and Sublime management personnel as needed.
Ensure the alarm system remains operational 24/7, with appropriate backup power functionality for emergencies.
Access Control: Implement and manage access control procedures, ensuring only authorized individuals are permitted entry to the premises.
Maintain accurate sign-in/sign-out records for all visitors, vendors, and contractors. Ensure all non-employee visitors are accompanied by authorized personnel while on the premises.
Prevent unauthorized access to restricted areas of the premises, limiting access to employees with valid credentials for specific job duties.
Perimeter Security and Inspections: Conduct regular patrols and inspections of the facility's perimeter, ensuring all physical barriers, including fences, gates, and entry points, are secure.
Monitor the premises for any signs of unauthorized access, vandalism, or safety hazards, and report any issues immediately to management.
Theft Prevention and Loss Control: Restrict access to cannabis products and other high-value items to only those employees authorized to handle and process such materials.
Supervise high-risk activities such as the loading and unloading cannabis products, ensuring compliance with all safety and security protocols.
Ensure that personal employee items are stored separately from production areas to prevent unauthorized access to cannabis or cannabis products.
Emergency Response and Coordination: Act as the first point of contact for any security or safety emergencies, including break-ins, suspicious activity, or system failures.
Coordinate with external security contractors, law enforcement, and emergency responders as required, following established emergency protocols.
Maintain clear communication with Sublime management regarding any security incidents or concerns.
Requirements
Experience in security management or a related field, with knowledge of alarm systems, surveillance operations, and access control procedures.
Ability to follow detailed security protocols and respond to emergencies calmly and professionally.
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with management, external contractors, and law enforcement.
License/Certification
- Driver's License (Preferred) - Guard Card (Preferred) - Firearm Permit Address: Oakland, CA
Compensation: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Worksite address
oakland, CA, 94616, US
Who can apply
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