Gate Access Control Security Officer

Securitas Security Services • Hanover, MD

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Securitas plays an essential role for our clients and in society. The Security Officer position helps maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by actively monitoring the premises, including patrolling a variety of locations. They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Frequently our Security Officers will provide customer service and information to a client’s employees and customers. Securitas' mission is to protect homes, workplaces, and communities by providing the security services they need to protect their assets, safeguard their people, and maintain their ability to generate profits.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Previous customer service experience required
• Excellent attention to detail and strong customer service skills
• Ability to stand and walk for up to two hours at a time
• Able to write clear, detailed incident reports
• Excellent Customer Service skills
• Security positions require you pass our drug screen and background check
• Must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county, and municipal licensing requirements for Security Officers/Guard
• Frequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain.
• Additional physical requirements of the security officer/guard may include frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds

Nice To Haves

• If you have retail, food service or hospitality industry background you are a great fit for this role; if not, we will provide you with the training and everything you need for a great introduction to a career in the security industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform gate access control duties, including checking vehicles in and out
• Scan IDs and VINs
• Conduct visual inspections of vehicle interiors and exteriors
• Maintain a professional presence while interacting with visitors and drivers
• Document and report incidents occurring on the property
• Observes and reports activities and incidents at an assigned client site, providing for the security and safety of client property and personnel.
• Provide customer service and information to a client’s employees and customers.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Health, dental, vision, and more!
• Employee referral bonus program
• Retirement plan
• Employer-provided medical and dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance plan
• Securitas Saves discount program
• Paid holidays
• Paid time away from work
• Accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply. Certain waiting periods may also apply.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed