Armed Security Officer ($27.50/hr, Full Time) - AK Railroad - Fairbanks, AK

NANA Management Services•Fairbanks, AK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Armed Security Officer provides security services at the Alaska Railroad and surrounding areas, a public environment with traffic from employees, visitors, and customers. The officer monitors assigned areas and grounds visually, electronically, or audibly, including through indoor and vehicle patrols. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and may include other duties pertinent to the department or unit’s success.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least three years of security, law enforcement, or military experience.
Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record for the past three years under NMS’ vehicle insurance policy.
Obtain and pay the $97 Alaska Guard License fee before beginning work.
Qualify for and obtain an Alaska Armed Guard License.
Ability to cooperate and work as part of a team with fellow employees, customers, and clients.
Ability to make decisions in the moment with little to no supervision.
Ability to remain on one’s feet for 8–12 hours per shift during the scheduled rotation.
Ability to speak, understand, read, and write English.
Meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set by the company and client.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Frequently to constantly sit, stand, walk, handle or feel with the hands and fingers, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, hear, see, taste or smell, and carry weight or lift.

Responsibilities

Monitor assigned areas or grounds visually, electronically, or audibly, including by roving inside facilities or in a vehicle.
Patrol a large property area by vehicle and on foot.
Ensure personal actions and those of others follow safety requirements and compliance standards.
Use handcuffs or other mechanical restraints when needed.
Verbally de-escalate situations to protect employees, customers, and clients.
Examine train and facility doors, windows, and other areas to ensure they are secure.
Report and record property damage, unusual occurrences, and other data according to company policies and procedures.
Warn people of rule infractions and, when appropriate, apprehend or expel violators.
Notify on-site individuals when visitors wish to see them.
Assist with responses to emergencies and disasters, including fire safety and active-shooter protocols, to preserve life and property.
Perform routine input or monitoring of safety and life-support computer programs, as assigned.
Issue and record identification badges, as assigned.
Check heating, lighting, sprinkling, security, ventilation, fire, and other systems to ensure they are operational, as assigned.
Notify a supervisor if safety and sanitation standards are not being met.
Perform other duties pertinent to the department or unit’s success.