Security Officer Job at Guardian Security Services, Inc.

Guardian Security Services, Inc. Lake Forest Park, WA

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST PASS AN EXTENSIVE BACKGROUND CHECK AS REQUIRED BY WA STATE AND AN FBI FINGERPRINT CHECK.

Under direct supervision, the Security Officer position patrols assigned areas to ensure protection of clients, visitors, property and equipment. Responsibilities include:

* Watches for irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations; contacts emergency responders, such as police, fire, and/or ambulance personnel as required.

* Remains alert for the presence of unauthorized persons and/or security code violators; approaches suspicious person and/or notifies police as appropriate; may confront and detain violators, as required, until police arrive.

* Patrols assigned area on foot, on bicycle, or in motor vehicle, as assigned, to ensure personal, building, and equipment security

* Examines doors, windows, and gates to ensure security; uses client keys to open and close buildings; monitors closed buildings for unauthorized persons and/or suspicious activities.

* Prepares routine, standardized reports.

* Provides escorts as necessary

* Informs and warns violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.

* May provide specialized security in complex operational areas, requiring specific knowledge of the operating environment.

* Performs periodic checks of emergency call boxes and/or streetlights to ensure proper functioning; reports all malfunctioning as required.

* Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

JOB SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Must have a valid state security officer license OR ability to obtain one.

* Must have a current valid WA, state driver's license with clean driving (DMV) record.

* Must have the ability to communicate effectively with others in writing and orally.

* Ability to walk and climb stairs regularly.

* Ability to walk extended periods.

* Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions regularly.

* Ability to see and hear accurately in both day and nighttime conditions.

* Ability to comprehend numerous policies, procedures, concepts and to be able to respond using discretion and interpretive judgment based on general and specific policies.

* Ability to retain knowledge, information, and directions on an ongoing basis and communicate effectively with others.

* Ability to maintain accurate records.

* Ability to react appropriately in emergency/stressful situations.

* Knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid.

* Knowledge of portable fire extinguishers and their locations.

* Knowledge of the geography of the site to which assigned or ability to learn it proficiently.

* Skill in operating portable radio devices.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
* He/she must be customer service oriented.

* The successful candidate will pay close attention to detail.

* Must be able to type 25 words per minute or more.

* Must be able to operate company vehicle in safe and responsible manner at all times.

* He/she must embody GUARDIAN SECURITY SERVICES values as a highly visible
representative of the branch and set high standards for him/her and others.

ENVIRONMENT:
Position based in Field Operations. Requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 4 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift

Experience:

  • Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person




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