Security Guard

Brookdale Senior Living Inc.•Corpus Christi, TX

18d

About The Position

The Security Guard maintains a secure environment for residents and associates in the building and on community grounds. The role greets and monitors visitors, watches the inside and outside of the building, responds to emergencies, and provides assistance and directions to residents and guests. Additional duties may include handling after-hours leasing inquiries, driving a community vehicle, responding to minor maintenance emergencies, and keeping the lobby and administrative offices clean and orderly. Duties may also be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Fire Safety and Basic CPR/First Aid training.
A valid driver’s license if the position requires travel between locations or transportation of residents.
Basic skills and ability to follow written or verbal instructions.
Basic technical skills to complete repetitive, well-defined duties.
Basic organizational knowledge to answer basic questions.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Greet and monitor visitors and residents entering and leaving the building, and log them in and out.
Monitor the interior and exterior of the building and parking lot, and report abnormal findings to the Executive Director or appropriate authorities.
Lock doors at designated times according to community protocol and regularly check door security throughout the night.
Maintain familiarity with and monitor emergency and safety equipment, including security cameras, phones, and life safety systems.
Respond to emergencies by contacting appropriate internal and external parties according to protocol, and assist with disaster management and evacuations.
Answer the phone promptly, respond to questions, direct calls, and take messages as appropriate.
Escort residents and visitors to the parking lot during evening hours when requested.
Handle leasing inquiries after hours and on weekends when required, and provide accurate, timely information to the Director of Sales & Marketing.
Drive the bus or community vehicle as needed or scheduled.
Handle minor maintenance emergencies, such as plugged toilets, tripped breakers, or replacing light bulbs.
Vacuum and keep the lobby and administrative offices clean and neat, and notify housekeeping when cleaning is needed.
Interact with residents and guests in a friendly and courteous manner and provide assistance and directions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible part-time and full-time associates.
401(k) for eligible part-time and full-time associates; temporary associates may participate in the company's 401(k) program.
Associate assistance program.
Employee discounts.
Referral program.
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates outside California.
Optional ID theft protection and pet insurance.
Paid time off and paid holidays for eligible full-time associates.
Company-provided life insurance for eligible full-time associates.
Adoption benefit for eligible full-time associates.
Short- and long-term disability for eligible full-time associates.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account for eligible full-time associates.
Optional life and dependent life insurance for eligible full-time associates.
Optional accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, and legal plan for eligible full-time associates.
Tuition reimbursement for eligible full-time associates.
Qualified associates who have been with the company at least one year may receive an advance of naturalization application fees up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding.
Professional development and programs supporting health and wellness.