Security Officer (Overnight & Weekends)
Company
GuardTexas
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Security Officer (Overnight & Weekends)
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.
• Must have a Texas DL and Social Security Card on hand (names listed must match on both documents)
• Must have open to flexible availability, and overtime opportunities available.
• Must have Security/Customer Service related experience
• Must have adequate verbal and written communication skills.
• Location: Houston, TX
• Pay: $13.50
• Schedule: Discussed During Interview
This position is driving REQUIRED.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SECURITY OFFICER/DRIVER:
• Must be at least 25 years of age
• Valid Texas DL of 3 years+
• No 'At Fault' accidents or tickets in the past 3 years
Candidates considered MUST:
• Exhibit maturity and professionalism at all times.
• Be a dependable team player.
• Have great written and verbal communication skills
• Have leadership, problem solving and training skills.
• Lead with great attendance and punctuality.
• Have flexible day and evening availability for open positions and client needs.
• Have flexible availability for emergency response team watches as needed.
• Complete tasks in a professional and timely manner.
• Require minimal supervision in a work setting.
SECURITY OFFICER / SECURITY GUARD REQUIREMENTS:
• Meet and maintain all requirements of LEVEL II licensing for Security Officers including passing a background check as required by the Texas PSB.
• Critical thinking and sound judgment
• Visual acuity and hearing ability to observe and otherwise obtain information from all relevant sources
• Ability to perform general physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and/or moving the entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, sitting, standing for long periods of time, and handling of materials.
SECURITY OFFICER / SECURITY GUARD DUTIES:
• Provide a visual security presence
• Conduct regular rounds of buildings and/or surrounding premises to deter and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows and gates
• Perform 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
• Inspect equipment if required to ascertain that tampering has not occurred and/or is in working order as noted in the post orders
• Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, 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
• Respond to alarms and investigate disturbances
• Contact police, paramedics or fire departments in cases of emergency
• Contact Property Manager as appropriate per customer protocols
• Inform persons of rule infractions or violations such as loitering, smoking, carrying forbidden articles
• Assist in evacuation buildings in case of emergency
• Control crowds as required by job site
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or required by contract with customer based on their individual security needs.
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.
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.
• Must have a Texas DL and Social Security Card on hand (names listed must match on both documents)
• Must have open to flexible availability, and overtime opportunities available.
• Must have Security/Customer Service related experience
• Must have adequate verbal and written communication skills.
• Location: Houston, TX
• Pay: $13.50
• Schedule: Discussed During Interview
This position is driving REQUIRED.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SECURITY OFFICER/DRIVER:
• Must be at least 25 years of age
• Valid Texas DL of 3 years+
• No 'At Fault' accidents or tickets in the past 3 years
Candidates considered MUST:
• Exhibit maturity and professionalism at all times.
• Be a dependable team player.
• Have great written and verbal communication skills
• Have leadership, problem solving and training skills.
• Lead with great attendance and punctuality.
• Have flexible day and evening availability for open positions and client needs.
• Have flexible availability for emergency response team watches as needed.
• Complete tasks in a professional and timely manner.
• Require minimal supervision in a work setting.
SECURITY OFFICER / SECURITY GUARD REQUIREMENTS:
• Meet and maintain all requirements of LEVEL II licensing for Security Officers including passing a background check as required by the Texas PSB.
• Critical thinking and sound judgment
• Visual acuity and hearing ability to observe and otherwise obtain information from all relevant sources
• Ability to perform general physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and/or moving the entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, sitting, standing for long periods of time, and handling of materials.
SECURITY OFFICER / SECURITY GUARD DUTIES:
• Provide a visual security presence
• Conduct regular rounds of buildings and/or surrounding premises to deter and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows and gates
• Perform 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
• Inspect equipment if required to ascertain that tampering has not occurred and/or is in working order as noted in the post orders
• Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, 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
• Respond to alarms and investigate disturbances
• Contact police, paramedics or fire departments in cases of emergency
• Contact Property Manager as appropriate per customer protocols
• Inform persons of rule infractions or violations such as loitering, smoking, carrying forbidden articles
• Assist in evacuation buildings in case of emergency
• Control crowds as required by job site
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or required by contract with customer based on their individual security needs.
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.
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