GuardTexas
Security Patrol Officer (FT)
$17 / $18 per hour depending on experience
Overnights, including weekends (40+ hours per week)
The Dallas Branch of GuardTexas is seeking qualified candidates for its Mobile Patrol Division. The Mobile Patrol 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 a highly visible presence. The position will be driving a patrol vehicle. Service is a key part of our mission, so officers take a proactive approach to resolving issues for our clients. The successful candidate must be detail‑oriented, have good time management skills, enjoy both mental and physical challenges, and be able to work independently, yet be a team player. Each patrol security officer must possess good decision‑making abilities.
SECURITY PATROL OFFICER REQUIREMENTS
Requires driving approval through company insurance
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
Meet and maintain all licensing requirements for Level II Non‑Commissioned Security Officer Registration, including passing a Criminal Background Check, as required by the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau (PSB)
Flexible / open availability
Customer service orientation
Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle crisis situations
Critical thinking and sound judgment
Able to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing
Visual acuity to drive at night and hearing acuity 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 PATROL OFFICER DUTIES
Provide a visual security presence
Conduct regular rounds of industrial, commercial, or residential premises to deter and detect signs of intrusion and ensure the security of doors, windows, and gates
Perform checks on windows, doors, gates, stairwells, fire exits, mechanical rooms, and other areas as assigned by the client, or that trespassers may use to gain illegal access, and ensure 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 report disturbances
Contact police, paramedics or fire departments in case of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons
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 of buildings in case of emergency
Other duties as assigned by supervisor or required by contract with customer based on their individual security needs
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$17 / $18 per hour depending on experience
Overnights, including weekends (40+ hours per week)
The Dallas Branch of GuardTexas is seeking qualified candidates for its Mobile Patrol Division. The Mobile Patrol 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 a highly visible presence. The position will be driving a patrol vehicle. Service is a key part of our mission, so officers take a proactive approach to resolving issues for our clients. The successful candidate must be detail‑oriented, have good time management skills, enjoy both mental and physical challenges, and be able to work independently, yet be a team player. Each patrol security officer must possess good decision‑making abilities.
SECURITY PATROL OFFICER REQUIREMENTS
Requires driving approval through company insurance
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
Meet and maintain all licensing requirements for Level II Non‑Commissioned Security Officer Registration, including passing a Criminal Background Check, as required by the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau (PSB)
Flexible / open availability
Customer service orientation
Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle crisis situations
Critical thinking and sound judgment
Able to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing
Visual acuity to drive at night and hearing acuity 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 PATROL OFFICER DUTIES
Provide a visual security presence
Conduct regular rounds of industrial, commercial, or residential premises to deter and detect signs of intrusion and ensure the security of doors, windows, and gates
Perform checks on windows, doors, gates, stairwells, fire exits, mechanical rooms, and other areas as assigned by the client, or that trespassers may use to gain illegal access, and ensure 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 report disturbances
Contact police, paramedics or fire departments in case of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons
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 of buildings in case of emergency
Other duties as assigned by supervisor or required by contract with customer based on their individual security needs
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