Security Officer I - Plant Scherer (Pre-Hire Testing Required)

Southern Company•Juliette, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer position is responsible for protecting Georgia Power employees, contractors, visitors and property. Enforce and administer established rules, procedures, and appropriate laws. Respond to alarms and security requests for security services. Process personnel for access authorization to Plant McDonough in accordance with established procedures. Interpret procedures and regulations and be able to make decisions regarding plant access control. This position will start as a NIGHT position (6PM to 6AM) and will also REQUIRE YOU TO POSSIBLY WORK ROTATING DAYS & SHIFTS AS NEEDED. THE POSITION REQUIRES SHIFTS OF EITHER 6AM to 6PM ...OR... 6PM TO 6AM.... INCLUDING HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS!

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Must possess and/or obtain a valid Georgia driver’s license
Experience in the military, law enforcement, corrections, or armed security with a strong background in customer service and external relations preferred
Knowledge of the criminal justice system is desired
Computer experience – ability to proficiently use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to learn and enforce plant security policies and procedures as required
Ability to learn and/or have knowledge of company policies, procedures, Local, State and Federal criminal laws and their application to private security
Ability to learn and/or have knowledge of power plant operations
Ability to administer basic first aid/CPR
Possess strong oral and written communication skills, problem solving skills, decision making skills, and negotiating skills
Demonstrates strong attention to detail and accuracy
Possess strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service
Ability to work well with others in a team environment
Ability to persuade, motivate and influence others
Ability to prioritize and perform work in absence of direct supervision
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality
Must be 21 years of age
Must meet all local, State and Federal requirements pertaining to the issuance of a firearm and there application to private security
Must be able to obtain an Armed Security Officer License issued by the State Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies
Must be able to pass a background check for the Georgia Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies
Must be able to pass a State mandated private security officer training
Must pass the following job prerequisites: company psychological test, physical, background investigation, and drug test
Must successfully complete the required tests associated with this position
Must qualify for firearm use and re-qualify with semiautomatic pistol and pump action shotgun at least twice annually (day and night firing qualifications) with a minimum passing score of 80% or better
Individual will be required to be sprayed with O.C. Pepper Spray during training
Must be able and willing to work in severe weather conditions
Lift and carry 40 pounds, 50 feet: 3-4 hours per 8 or 12 hours shift
Stand: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Sit: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Walk: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Drive: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Climb: up to 2.0 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift (will be required to climb 125 stairs at one time on a regular basis).
Balance: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Bend/Stoop: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Kneel: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Crouch: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Push/Pull: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Squat: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Reach above shoulder level: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Work alone: up to 8.0 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Grasp with both hands: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Fine manipulation with both hands: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Keyboarding: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
Work at heights
See at near and far distances at least 20/40 acuity in each eye, with or without correction
Recognize and distinguish among control devices showing red, green, and amber colors
Binocular vision
At least 70º peripheral vision in horizontal meridian in each eye
Hear a forced whisper at 5 feet
Tolerate exposure to non-lethal substances (i.e. OC spray, tear gas)
Tolerate exposure to marked changes in temperature, and humidity or extremes
Tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, gases, chemicals
Ability to obtain a valid Georgia Driver’s license
Ability to qualify with firearms
Ability to obtain armed security officer license issued by State Board of Private Detectives
Run 100 yards with standard issue gear within 90 seconds
Climb 35 feet of stairs with standard issue gear within 60 seconds
Lift 35 pounds and carry 50 yards with standard issue gear within 90 seconds
Easily maneuver through 24 inch opening/passage with standard issue gear
Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience
Must hold a valid driver’s license for the class vehicle to be operated.
Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application
Must have no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application
Must have no pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application.
Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record

Nice To Haves

Fluency in Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

Protecting Georgia Power employees, contractors, visitors and property.
Enforce and administer established rules, procedures, and appropriate laws.
Respond to alarms and security requests for security services.
Process personnel for access authorization to Plant McDonough in accordance with established procedures.
Interpret procedures and regulations and be able to make decisions regarding plant access control.
Operate numerous electronic security systems simultaneously.
Direct and control traffic.
Handle crisis situations, threat alerts, and communications with outside agencies.
Work in a fast-paced environment with multiple or changing priorities under minimum supervision.
Maintain strict confidentiality.