Security Officer - Class A Downtown Office Building (FT) - GuardTexas : Job Details

Job DescriptionSecurity Officer - Class A Downtown Office Building (FT) (Security)Houston, TX, United States of America$14.00 - $16.00Back Apply NowBackApply NowOverviewJoin the GuardTexas family: We're people making the difference! GuardTexas has been committed to serving the greatstate of Texas for almost 50 years. Over 900 GuardTexas security officers serve clients in many industries including commercial real estate, residential communities, construction and retail. We are a privately owned company with branches in: Austin, Bryan-College Station, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio. Start your security career with GuardTexas! GuardTexas is a certified security guard trainer. See www.guardtexas.com for more information about our company.Job Skills / Requirements* Location: Downtown Houston, TX* Pay: $14* Schedule: Discussed during interviewCandidates considered MUST:* Exhibit maturity and professionalism at all times.* Be a dependable team player.* Have great written and verbal communication skills* Have leadership, problem solving and training skills.* Lead with great attendance and punctuality.* Have flexible day and evening availability for open positions and client needs.* Have flexible availability for emergency response team watches as needed.* Complete tasks in a professional and timely manner.* Require minimal supervision in a work setting.The 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 an authoritative presence.SECURITY GUARD JOB REQUIREMENTS* One year Class A Office Building security experience preferred* Must be comfortable with computers and social media programs* Familiar with placing calls on hold and transferring calls* Outgoing personality. Enjoy interacting with people* Able to communicate effectively in English orally and in writing* Customer service orientation* Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle crisis situations* Critical thinking and sound judgment* Visual 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* Meet and maintain all requirements of Level II licensing for Security Guards, including passing a Criminal Background Check, as required by the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau (PSB)SECURITY GUARD DUTIES* Provide a visual security presence* Conduct regular rounds of office buildings and/or surrounding premises to deter and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates* Perform checks on windows, doors, gates, stairwells, fire exits, mechanical rooms and other areas as assigned by client, or that trespassers may use to gain illegal access, and insure 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 cases of emergency* 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* Control crowds as required by job site* Other duties as assigned by supervisor or required by contract with customer based on their individual security needsEducation Requirements (Any)High School Diploma or EquivalentCertification Requirements (Any)Non-commissioned Security OfficerSuccessfully Pass Level 2 Training and ExamActive Security RegistrationAdditional Information / BenefitsWe offer a range of competitive benefits for our security officers:* Weekly paychecks* Additional pay for worked holidays* Access to credit union membership for you and your family* Insurance is available the first day of the month after 60 days of full time employment* After one year, you qualify for paid vacation, reimbursement of uniform deposits, and Company payment of PSB fees to maintain a current registrationBenefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid HolidaysBenefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Short Term DisabilityThis job reports to the Account ManagerThis is a Full-Time position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, School Hours, Weekends, Summers.Back Apply NowBackApply Now