Security Guard (84311)

INTER-CON SECURITY SYSTEMS INC•Bolingbrook, IL

25d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is seeking a Full Time Security Guard for our Bolingbrook, IL location. Founded in 1973, Inter-Con is a leading US-owned security company providing integrated security solutions to government and commercial customers on four continents. We are passionate about our products and people, offering an environment for growth and career advancement. We believe in positioning the right people in the right place to help them achieve their long-term aspirations for career growth, having transitioned thousands of security officers into successful careers in law enforcement, government services, foreign affairs, and many more. As an Armed Security Officer, you will be part of a highly trained security team that supports critical facilities and infrastructure, public venues requiring an enhanced presence, and personal protective services. You will be trained by our team of highly qualified firearms instructors in safe weapons handling and marksmanship. You are an integral part of the broad spectrum of specialized security services Inter-Con provides its clients every day.

Requirements

Be a U.S. Citizen
Be 21 years of age or older
Hold a high school diploma or General Equivalency Development (GED) credential
Must have at a minimum three (3) years of experience as a Law Enforcement Officer with arrest authority or three (3) years of prisoner handling and detention experience as a Corrections, Detention ,or Military Police Officer
Speak, read, and write the English language
Possess a valid U.S. driver’s license
Be certified fit-for-duty and able to perform the full range of duties associated with the CDO position by a medical professional
At a minimum, the medical evaluation shall certify the CDO does Not have a physical condition that would restrict strenuous exertion or prevent satisfactory performance
Not have a medical condition that would restrict strenuous exertion or prevent satisfactory performance
Not have an emotional or mental condition that could adversely affect performance
Have a honorable or general discharge if a Veteran

Responsibilities

Constant or frequent personal surveillance of the secured areas
Close observation of persons within the secured areas to detect evidence of damage, misuse or theft of property
Monitoring equipment deliveries and construction contractor activities
Close visual inspections of persons and vehicles entering and exiting the secured areas to ensure that nothing is either introduced or removed without proper documentation
Reporting persons suspected of committing illegal or unauthorized acts
Immediately reporting any unsafe or potentially unsafe conditions that could cause fires, explosions, collapses and other hazards by close and detailed observation of buildings, building equipment, supplies, vehicles and personnel within secured areas or as detailed in post orders
Prohibiting unauthorized personnel and vehicular access to property
Enforcing procedures to report trespassers on property, and being properly trained to apprehend as specified by established by local post orders
Monitoring and responding to alarm system communications (phone calls, duress alarms, computer-generated alarms, etc.)
Demonstrating good presence of mind and the ability to make timely decisions
Notifying appropriate agencies and company management personnel as per local post orders
Conduct interior and exterior patrols within an office, industrial complex or at construction sites
Perform parking lot patrols
Check all personnel entering facilities
Log in all visitors, vehicles and vendors
Issue visitor badges as required
Maintain security, visitor logs and other records
Administer access control over vehicles entering garages or other parking structures
Participate in assigned position as part of the building fire and emergency action plan
Use Thomas Brothers Street Guide or MapQuest type electronic mapping software and facility list to locate company facilities
Prepare and submit security reports that are legible, accurate and complete and provide assistance to investigators as required
Respond as directed to alarms and company emergencies in a timely manner
Respond to crowd and traffic control duties during emergency conditions as directed by management
Make all communication check-in calls on time or account for absence prior to the check-in time

Benefits

flexible scheduling
vacation
sick leave
medical
dental
sponsorship for Top Secret Clearance
comprehensive training
discounts on higher education
Competitive Pay
Recognition and Reward Programs
Training and Career Development
Opportunities for Medical, dental, Holidays, vacation and sick, and 401 (k) retirement plan
Uniform and equipment provided