Security Guard
NEW YORK POWER AUTHORITY•Massena, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
Under general supervision, as a shift or scheduled worker, enforce all rules, regulations and instructions as required to provide absolute protective security.
Requirements
- High School graduate
- Two years experience in related field
- Possess a valid New York State Driver license
- Must be trustworthy person who can meet all the standards of the New York State Guard Act
- Must be able to obtain and maintain Security Guard License with the State of New York Licensing Department
- Must successfully complete a pre-employment examination and pre-employment background check to include polygraph, criminal history check, and physical exam with drug screen.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Familiar with computer software
- Able to write clear concise reports
- Candidate must be in general good health as determined by a physician on an annual basis.
Nice To Haves
- Guards will obtain certification in “First Aid in the Workplace”
- Must be a certified climber.
Responsibilities
- Control all points of vehicle and personnel access to prevent unauthorized entry through personal interaction or through video monitors or remote gate operation.
- Responsible for the badging of visitors, contractors and vendors and providing Security escorts.
- Conduct searches of personnel and access vehicles to detect the presence of unauthorized materials which could be used for industrial sabotage.
- Conducting regular foot and mobile patrols in to ensure the security of the facility.
- Detection of trespassers.
- Foster a strong working relationship with local law enforcement.
- Checking company property removed from premises and collecting property removal passes.
- Inspection of all fire extinguishers, Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, Automatic Electronic Defibrillators, eye wash stations and replenishment of first aid supplies throughout the facility.
- Provide crowd control for special events sponsored by NYPA.
- Perform the PBX function by directing incoming calls, operating the paging system and act as dispatcher for two-way radio system.
- Attend training to become an active participant in the Emergency Response Team and respond to all emergencies on site.
- Conduct inspections of security intrusion alarm systems and any and all associated security duties as required.
Benefits
- The negotiated pay rate for this position is $28.70 per hour.
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
- Equal opportunity employer
- Reasonable accommodations during the hiring process
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
