Security Guard

Covenant Living • Cromwell, CT

10d

About The Position

The Security Guard is responsible for the security of the campus, campus vehicles, residents, and staff. The role includes patrolling buildings and grounds, responding to emergencies during the security shift, monitoring vehicle traffic, and supporting campus safety procedures. The Security Guard also provides emergency maintenance or housekeeping assistance at the direction of leadership and non-emergency residential services when these do not conflict with the primary security function.

Requirements

• High school education.
• Two years of experience in security or other related work.
• Current state driver’s license and a good driving record; CDL preferred.
• First aid certification and experience in emergency medical situations.
• Ability to read and write in English and communicate with employees and residents.
• Good interpersonal skills, a friendly personality, understanding of customer service and team-building concepts, and ability to work with people, especially older adults.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Good observational skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing conditions.
• California candidates must maintain a valid and current California Security License.

Nice To Haves

• CDL.

Responsibilities

• Respond to the emergency call system and follow procedures for notifying and supporting on-call personnel when needed.
• Call 911 in emergencies and ensure communication with responding emergency personnel.
• Check and secure security equipment and complete scheduled patrols of the entire campus.
• Check and secure exterior doors in all buildings.
• Remain alert to trespassers and challenge them on campus property.
• Monitor vehicle traffic and help maintain traffic policies.
• Learn and follow procedures for campus equipment and systems, including the campus phone system, emergency fire equipment and panels, and emergency pendant system.
• Know utility shut-off locations and be able to reset the HVAC chiller system when it is not operating.
• Know fire detector indicator panel locations and understand shut-off techniques and panel reset procedures.
• Write and distribute appropriate reports for incidents.
• Report safety hazards and submit maintenance requests through the WorxHub software program.
• Provide maintenance and housekeeping services at leadership’s direction on an emergency basis.
• Provide non-emergency residential services that do not conflict with the main security purpose.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid group term life and disability insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and six paid holidays.
• 403(b) plan with a 3% employer match.
• Fitness center use at most facilities.
• Voluntary life and AD&D benefits.
• Tuition assistance and scholarships.
• Employee assistance program.
• Legal services.
• Home and auto insurance.
• Discount purchasing program.
• Pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

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