Security Guard

Blue Origin • Van Horn, TX

11h • Onsite

About The Position

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will guard and supervise company grounds to prevent theft, violence, or other loss of company property. Tours premises, monitors grounds via surveillance equipment and via guard stations. Greets and directs visitors, provides temporary visitor IDs, and maintains a visitor’s log. Responds to security breaches and prepares and files reports describing incidents, accidents, or intruders. Incumbents in this position do not carry a firearm while on duty. Special Mentions Relocation provided Rotational schedule (8 days on, 6 days off); morning, swing, and night shift. Van Horn Specific information Being at the heart of Blue Origin operations, the West Texas Site in Van Horn, TX offers eligible employee’s additional attractive financial incentives to supplement their competitive base earnings, including a living allowance and relocation assistance. Eligibility for these additional benefits is based on the employee’s ability to permanently relocate to Van Horn, TX, or travel to Van Horn from another Blue location a minimum of 50% of the time. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Perform responsibilities as identified by Security Management and Security Officer Lead in the conduct of guard posts, i.e. control access to the site via Visitor Management System, respond to inquires and issues at guard posts, understand and execute all post orders assigned to guard position. Support special events, emergent activities and ad hoc assignments as identified and assigned by Security Management. Understand and align with Blue Origin badging policies in order to properly categorize and appropriately issue visitor badges as required Respond to emergency situations (fire/medical/suspicious person/etc.) Implement roving patrols as assigned Must be willing and able to work flexible schedule, to include nights, overtime, weekends and rotating

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability and willingness to occasionally stand in a static position for extended periods
• Display outstanding customer service and communication skills
• Work in various environments such as cold weather, rain/snow or heat
• Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift
• Stand or walk on various surfaces for long periods of time
• Be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree
• 2+ years experience in military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or corporate security
• Aptitude for critical incident handling
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Computer based proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Extensive team-oriented experience
• Outstanding character/integrity
• Ability to de-escalate disputes and/or conflict(s)
• Excellent time management skills

Responsibilities

• Guard and supervise company grounds to prevent theft, violence, or other loss of company property.
• Tour premises and monitor grounds via surveillance equipment and guard stations.
• Greet and direct visitors, provide temporary visitor IDs, and maintain a visitor’s log.
• Respond to security breaches and prepare and file reports describing incidents, accidents, or intruders.
• Perform responsibilities as identified by Security Management and Security Officer Lead in the conduct of guard posts, i.e. control access to the site via Visitor Management System, respond to inquires and issues at guard posts, understand and execute all post orders assigned to guard position.
• Support special events, emergent activities and ad hoc assignments as identified and assigned by Security Management.
• Understand and align with Blue Origin badging policies in order to properly categorize and appropriately issue visitor badges as required.
• Respond to emergency situations (fire/medical/suspicious person/etc.).
• Implement roving patrols as assigned.
• Work flexible schedule, to include nights, overtime, weekends and rotating.

Benefits

• Relocation provided
• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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