Denali Universal Services is hiring: Security Guard in Port Arthur

Overview

Security Guard role at Denali Universal Services

Job Summary

Under limited supervision, the Security Officer provides security and protection of worksites, personnel and assets at the assigned job site. Enforces safety measures, performs regular patrols of assigned premises, and responds to incidents based on established operational procedures. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but the company may identify other responsibilities of the position.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of prior security, military or law enforcement experience. Formal education or training (criminal justice, law enforcement, Police Officer\'s Standard Training, etc.) may substitute required experience.
• Able to proficiently speak, read, understand and write English
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Must have reliable transportation to/from the work site. Driver\'s license preferred.
• Unarmed Security Officer License or able to obtain
• Transportation Worker's Identification Card (TWIC) or able to obtain
• As a condition of employment, must be able to successfully complete criminal background investigation, drug screen, and a post-offer physical.

Skills / Aptitudes

• Maturity of judgement and behavior
• Ability to present self in a highly professional manner with honesty, integrity and ethics
• Ability to communicate respectfully with all visitors, coworkers, vendors, supervisors, managers, customers and client representatives
• Ability to provide clear directions and respond accordingly
• Must have basic phone and computer skills (email, texting, two-way radio, etc.)
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to work well alone and within a team

Essential Functions

• Provide customer service to the client by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Understand and successfully execute post orders including enforcement of client and company policies, rules and regulations
• May perform access control functions and verify individuals are authorized to enter the facility
• Process visitors and produce access badges
• Operate gate traffic barriers to prevent unauthorized entry of vehicles
• Conduct screening/searching vehicles and people entering and exiting the facility
• Monitor traffic and parking areas
• Guard property against fire, theft, and illegal or unauthorized entry
• Conduct regular and random patrols (by foot or vehicle) of buildings and grounds, examining doors, windows, and gates to ensure that they are properly secured
• Display courteous, respectful and professional interactions with the public and customers
• May operate and monitor CCTV equipment if appropriately trained and assigned
• May be asked to perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner
• Effectively and coherently communicate using a two-way radio or telephone
• Interview people to detect infringements and to investigate disturbances, complaints, thefts, vandalism and accidents or incidents. Report on irregularities to management
• Write Daily Activity Reports and/or Incident Reports
• May assist management and law enforcement officials in emergency situations
• Maintain high standards for work areas and appearance
• Must comply with established dress code/uniform requirements
• Report all accidents and injuries in a timely manner
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner
• Maintain confidentiality and appropriate professionalism
• Participate in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety and operational procedures
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Ability to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours as business dictates
• Attend company/job required training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated
• May perform responsibilities of a Lead Security Officer or Sergeant as requested
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Core Competencies

• Commitment to Excellence: Identifies what needs to be completed and takes action to achieve a standard of excellence beyond job expectations
• Corporate Values: Understands, embraces, and integrates DUS corporate values into everyday duties and responsibilities
• Safety and Security: Promotes a safe work environment for co-workers and customers
• Customer Service: Identifies and responds to client needs by providing excellent service to internal and external customers
• Teamwork: Resourceful team player that builds, strengthens, and maintains collaborative relationships

Job Specific Competencies

• Adaptability: Adapts to changing conditions and work assignments, sets priorities and manages multiple tasks
• Analytical Skills: Visualizes, articulates and solves problems and makes decisions based on available information
• Communication Skills: Listens, writes, and speaks effectively
• Conflict Resolution: Prevents, manages, and resolves conflict
• Independence: Works with little or no supervision
• Problem Solving: Anticipates problems and determines solutions

Benefits

• Full-time regular employees can enroll in health insurance, life insurance, and 401k Retirement Plan

Working Environment

• The employee will work in a security guard post or patrol vehicle for extended periods and may work twelve-hour shifts, including day or night shifts. Mostly in an industrial setting with diverse people.

Physical Demands

• Routine walking, standing, sitting, bending, pushing/pulling, and carrying items up to 50 lbs. Post-offer physical required.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other, Information Technology, and Management
• Industries: Facilities Services

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