Security Guard

At Secure One Security Firm, thousands of people come and go through our doors each day to work, shop, eat. We’re looking for a highly competent security officer to join our team to monitor the premises and protect our valued staff, visitors, tenants, and inventory. Our ideal candidate will have prior experience as a security officer or guard, as well as training in self-defense and first aid. He or she will have a sharp eye with quick reaction time in the detection of any suspicious or criminal behavior, and prevention of theft or vandalism.
Although you’ll be working under the direct supervision of a Secuity supervisor for your assigned shift, we will rely upon you for the protection, safeguarding and security of assets, personnel, customers, tenants, visitors, and other people and property on our grounds.
Objectives of this Role
Ensure a safe environment through a team effort of diligent active patrol, strict access control, monitoring, and equipment control
Be visible and observant at all times, greeting staff, guests, and vendors in a courteous and attentive manner
Respond immediately to distress calls, panic alarms, and emergency calls for disorderly conduct, disruptive persons, and incidents swiftly and appropriately
Maintain the company’s reputation with professionalism and legal compliance
Collaborate with other security officers for effective protection and coverage
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities
Patrol property on foot, securing personnel, assets, buildings, gates, and fence perimeter are secure in all weather conditions
Investigate and take the appropriate lawfully action as authorized by the corporate policy on accidents, incidents, trespassing, suspicious activities, safety and fire incidents
Control and monitor surveillance equipment, and perform building and equipment inspections
Guard access points, permitting or refusing entry, restraining trespassers, and direct heavy traffic during start and end of business hours
Complete daily reports, including relevant information, observations, surveillance footage, and signatures
Secure all doors, windows, and exits, depending on shift
Skills and Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Registered security officer
Proven experience as security officer
Helpful, courteous attitude
Certification in first aid, CPR/BLS, and self-defense
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency with computers, and aptitude to learn new software and systems
Experience with security equipment and surveillance systems
Law enforcement experience or security experience
No felonies and able to past an extensive background check.
Job Types:
Full-time, Contract
Salary:
$14.00 - $18.00 per hour
Experience level:
Under 1 year
Schedule:
6 hour shift
8 hour shift
Evening shift
Night shift
On call
Overnight shift (available)
Weekend availability a must
Ability to commute/relocate:
Charlotte, NC:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Customer service (Preferred)
Security Guard (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person, must have reliable transportation.