Security Guard

Job Description

Security Guard - Full Time Positions Available

Work Shifts Available: Mornings, Evenings and Overnights

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles

• Valid New York State Security Guard License

• As a condition of employment, applicants may be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws

• As a condition of employment, applicants may be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law

• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities

• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter

• Monitor and control access at building entrances

• Watch alarm systems or video cameras and operate detecting/emergency equipment

• Report any suspicious persons, vehicles, packages and/or activities

• Immediate response and assist to emergencies and incidents in a calm, problem solving manner

• Provide necessary support and contact emergency services when necessary

• Write incident reports and log book entries

• Protect the client's and company's assets from theft, assault, fire or other safety issues

• Ability to work independently and with other team members

• Working environments and conditions may vary by client site

Skills

• Proven work experience as a security guard or relevant position

• Trained security officer with diploma

• Ability to operate detecting systems and emergency equipment

• Excellent knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols

• Surveillance skills and detail orientation

• Integrity and professionalism

• Punctuality

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Professional Demeanor and Appearance

EOP Statement

Safety Patrol Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law