Unarmed Security Guard (TAMPA)

Job Description:

Unarmed Security Guard (TAMPA)

Description

UNARMED SECURITY GUARD (Tampa)

UNARMED Security Guard: Job Scope/Overview
Our unarmed Security Officers are responsible for day-to-day security of employees and other individuals passing through secured screening locations that are opened 24-hours a day covered in 3 shifts. NOTE: Pay rate is based on Location/Site/Post assigned.

UNARMED Security Guard Essential Duties:

• Observe and monitor the actions of individuals considering entering the secured area.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner.
• Take reasonable and prudent action to ensure the safety of all individuals employees, and client assets.
• Immediate reporting to management all unusual or suspicious activity.
• Perform duties in a professional and courteous manner, providing exceptional customer service for visitors, customers, and employees.

Location/Site/Post Specific Additional Duties:

• Construction site perimeter gate and access control checks
• Control the security post area using prescribed actions to meet entry and denial criteria.
• Verify all person's credentials and badges, ensuring the name, company and expiration date are all present on the badge. Verifying the picture matches the person seeking access.
• Responsible for identifying dangerous objects and preventing those objects from being transported through screening locations.
• Perform vehicle inspections according to Standard Operating Protocols and post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
• Conduct thorough security screenings of personal items, deliveries, merchandise, and cargo in accordance with inspection requirements using X-ray machines, metal detectors, and other diverse, cutting-edge electronic detection and imaging equipment.
• Monitor surveillance cameras and patrol perimeter of designated areas to detect and deter potential security breaches. Working environments and conditions may vary by site location.
• Additional location security related duties to ensure safety all individuals.

Job Requirements:

• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Must possess a valid Florida Class-D Security License.
• Must have completed - High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Must be able to pass a verifiable background check, including criminal employment, education, and personal references.
• You must possess a valid state-issued Driver's License or a valid state-issued I.D. card.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment / annual / random drug screenings.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work and interact with the public.
• Must have the flexibility to work around and changing schedules. This includes being available to work shifts throughout the day, afternoon, evening and overnight as required.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time with few breaks.
• Ability to lift to 40 lbs.
• Ability to twist, squat, and bend over without physical limitations.
• Ability to perform patrols including walking long distances and going up and down stairs.
• Ability to protect yourself or others in the event of physical disturbance.
• Must be comfortable with conditions that range from Summer Heat to Winter Conditions
• Open availability without restraints due to other part-time jobs, etc.

Pay Range: $18 per hour