Security Officer for Residential Community (Day Shift)

Security Officer for Residential Community (Day Shift)

Job Description

Position : Basic Security Officer

Location : Suwanee, GA

Employment Type : Full Time

Night Shift : Monday- Friday 10pm-6am

Description : Unarmed security position providing fixed and roving patrol security for a client site.

Responsibilities include :

• security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• understand and fulfill obligations and responsibilities of all posts
• investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities.
• complete State of Georgia 24-hour basic security officer course within six month of hiring.
• complete applicable Safety & Environmental Rules training.
• maintain daily activity reports on paper, computer, smart phone or tablet.
• watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• permit authorized persons to enter property and monitors entrances and exits
• assist customers, employees and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
• completing post order training and familiarization

Expectations include one or more of the following essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation :

• be able to work overtime and on various shifts as needed; including weekends and holidays. Reasonable accommodation based on religious beliefs or disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis
• be able to maintain accurate records (ability to read and write)
• effectively comprehend numerous policies, procedures, and concepts in order to respond appropriately to various situation
• communicate effectively with others
• walk up and down stairs
• use a computer or tablet with basic competence to include :
• Guard tour system
• Camera monitoring system.
• E-mail program being able to compose and read e-mails.
• patrolling the client’s facility (length and period to be determined by client)
• control access to the client facility (foot and vehicle traffic)
• stand for long periods of time sometimes in excess of eight hours
• work outside in a variety of weather conditions depending on the assignment

Candidates are required to :

• possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• pass any State-required training or other qualifications for licensing
• complete site specific training before serving as a qualified security officer
• have a driver’s license if driving a company or client-owned vehicle
• have the ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and / or console monitors
• ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public
• be at least 18 years old
• be a U.S. citizen or a foreign citizen authorized to legally work in the United States
• have access to reliable transportation / self-owned that allows for short notice response
• be able to work any shift, 24 hours per day, seven days per week
• participate in training sessions and meetings when scheduled
• adhere to EKG and client safety policies
• have a mobile phone
• have an e-mail address and regularly use it
• be able to operate a computer (windows based) and tablet with basic competency to include human resources and time entry software / web-sites, e-mail, and time entry phone systems
• be able to effectively read, write and speak English
• not use illegal drugs. Must be able to pass a drug test with negative results (except when undergoing documented medical treatment)
• submit to an extensive background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications, and Department of Motor Vehicle and credit checks if applicable
• be able to provide, upon job offer, a DD214 discharge document with discharge status indicated, if prior military

Benefits

Full time employees are eligible for health, dental and vision insurance after 90 days.

Screening Requirements

Drug Screen, Criminal Background Check, Education Verification, Employment Verification, Finger Printing

Benefits

Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation

EKG Security, Inc. is a georgia based Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that has served Georgia for over 20 years.

Our mission is to provide personalized and customized security services to our clients. Our unique background and experience enables us to provide differentiated and excellent service.

EKG Security, Inc. exists to serve its clients, employees and communities in which we live.

EKG's Values

• Integrity - The first and most important value centers on trust between EKG Security, Inc., our client, our communities and our employees.
• Respect - For the individual and the client we serve by putting others first and valuing their differences.
• Flexibility - Responsiveness to the client and employees to ensure that we provide customized and timely service.
• Humility - Putting service to others ahead of personal interests.
• Excellence - Providing and striving for the best results for service, the team, and individual.
• Empowerment - Development and training programs that enable employees to do their best.
30+ days ago