Security Guard - Andros Island, The Bahamas

Arcata Associates, Inc. • West Palm Beach, FL

1d • Remote

About The Position

Responsible for performing Security Guard functions at AUTEC in support of a safe and secure environment for staff, visitors, and government assets on the AUTEC project.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One-year related experience working in a Security environment.
• Strong customer service skills
• Valid US driver's license and US passport will be required.
• Pass a physical examination given by a licensed physician or health care professional.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office.
• Distant Visual acuity in each eye shall be corrected to 20/30 (Snellen to equivalent) in better eye and 20/40 in the other eye with eyeglasses or contact lenses or contact lenses. If uncorrected, if distant vision is not at least 20/40 in the better eye, the individual shall carry an extra pair of corrective lenses. Near visual acuity, corrected or uncorrected, shall be at least 20/40 in the better. Ability to distinguish red, green and yellow colors.
• Individuals shall have no hearing loss in better ear greater than 30 decibels average at 500hz, 1,000hz and 2,000hz with no level greater than 40 decibels at any one frequency.
• Must meet minimum physical standards which include the ability to perform normal or emergency duties requiring physical exertion such as standing/walking/driving/jumping for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders.
• Must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds of material or equipment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• This position requires the individual to be eligible to obtain a US Government security clearance.
• US citizenship is required.
• Must be able to reside in remote location with limited medical facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides and controls vehicle and pedestrian access to the facilities and ensures compliance with visitor regulations.
• Inspects and controls access of materials into facilities.
• Makes security checks of assigned facilities and areas.
• Completes compliance and safety inspections in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintains logs.
• Detects security incidents and reports them to Navy Security Forces for investigation and action.
• Must follow all security rules and regulations.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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