Security Officer (Operations)

Security America • Charleston, WV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Security America, Inc. is a local West Virginia family-owned company with corporate headquarters in Charleston, WV, and regional offices throughout West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. We are licensed to operate in eight states and provide security services throughout West Virginia, Ohio, Virginia, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, and Tennessee. We are fast responders who provide dependable and affordable service for general and specialized security needs. We offer a "Success Environment" for our employees.

Requirements

• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail
• Possess written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations
• Ability to learn the layout of the property and buildings
• Ability to communicate using a phone or hand held radios
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have a high school diploma, GED, or 10 years of verifiable work experience
• Applicants being considered for hire must be drug free before beginning work or receiving an offer of employment. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration
• Applicants taking a prescribed medication must have it in a container labeled
• Applicants considered for hire must be alcohol free
• Have access to reliable transportation to and from the work location
• Be authorized to work in the United States
• Be able to meet state licensing requirements for Security Officers, if required

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Patrols and monitors an assigned area
• Report suspicious activities and document all suspicious activity
• Monitors surveillance cameras
• Inspects property
• Contacts law enforcement or fire department in case of an emergency
• After business hours, checks doors, windows, and gates to ensure the property is secure
• Investigates reports of suspicious activity on the property
• Escorts discharged staff, trespassers, and other unwelcome parties off the premises
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• IRA options
• Paid Vacation
• Paid holidays, if worked
• NEW HIRE BONUS - $150.00 full time after first 60 days worked
• NEW HIRE BONUS - $100.00 part time after first 90 days worked

What This Job Offers

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