Post Guard - Armed

GOLDEN WEST SECURITY • Unincorporated Chatsworth, CA

5d • $23 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Post Guard is responsible for guarding, patrolling, and monitoring premises to prevent theft, violence, and violations of rules. The position is located in Northridge, California, and is part time, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 0700 to 1230. The hourly pay range is $23.00–$23.00.

The guard patrols industrial or commercial premises, monitors surveillance cameras, controls access, responds to alarms and disturbances, and reports daily activities and irregularities. The role also involves communicating clearly using provided devices, providing customer service, enforcing site rules, securing buildings, following post orders, and responding to medical emergencies with basic first aid or by obtaining paramedic assistance.

The work setting may vary. The role requires regular communication and interaction with the public and coworkers, including occasional contact with upset people. Officers may encounter dynamic or hazardous situations and may need to walk or stand for the duration of a shift. A uniform is provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED.
• Guard Card required.
• Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Valid firearm permit as required by company policy and BSIS.
• Knowledge of public safety and security, English language, and customer and personal service.
• Skills in active learning, active listening, critical thinking, learning strategies, mathematics, monitoring, reading comprehension, speaking, writing, coordination, negotiation, persuasion, service orientation, complex problem solving, equipment selection, operation and control, operation monitoring, material resource management, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Patrol industrial or commercial premises to detect intrusion and help secure doors, windows, and gates.
• Answer alarms and investigate disturbances.
• Monitor and authorize the entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons.
• Monitor surveillance cameras for disruptions or unlawful activity.
• Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, including damage, theft, unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
• Contact police or fire departments in emergencies.
• Use provided communication devices to relay information clearly and concisely.
• Circulate among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order and protect property.
• Provide customer service to clients and members of the public.
• Warn people of rule infractions and apprehend or evict violators, using force when necessary.
• Lock entrance and exit doors and gates to secure buildings.
• Follow post orders and other relevant site-related information.
• Respond to medical emergencies by administering basic first aid or obtaining help from paramedics.

Benefits

• Uniform provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED