Part Time Security Officer Needed for Special Events (Security)

GuardTexas•Austin, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

GuardTexas is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer for Special Events. GuardTexas has been committed to serving Texas since 1976, providing security officers to clients across various industries. We are a certified security guard trainer and offer free training to help you obtain your license.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Able to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing
Customer service orientation
Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle crisis situations
Critical thinking and sound judgment
Visual acuity and hearing ability to observe and otherwise obtain information from all relevant sources
Ability to perform general physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and/or moving the entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, sitting, standing for long periods of time, and handling of materials.
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Licensed Security Officer
Active Security Registration

Responsibilities

Safeguard property by patrolling the premises and monitoring for theft, violence, safety issues, and/or disturbances through observation and reporting.
Deter crime through an authoritative presence.
Provide a visual security presence.
Conduct regular rounds of industrial, commercial or residential premises to deter and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows and gates.
Perform checks on windows, doors, gates, stairwells, fire exits, mechanical rooms and other areas as assigned by client or that a trespasser may use to gain illegal access, and insure that they are properly secure.
Inspect equipment if required to ascertain that tampering has not occurred and/or is in working order as noted in the post orders.
Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences including standing water or fire hazards, failure indicators on mechanical or electrical equipment, and temperature controls.
Respond to alarms and report disturbances.
Contact police, paramedics or fire departments in cases of emergency.
Contact Property Manager as appropriate per customer protocols.
Inform persons of rule infractions or violations such as loitering, smoking, carrying forbidden articles.
Assist in evacuation buildings in case of emergency.
Control crowds as required by job site.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor or required by contract with customer based on their individual security needs.

Benefits

Weekly paychecks with a no-fee pay card available that offers a range of free benefits
Additional pay for worked holidays
Access to credit union membership for you and your family
Insurance is available the first day of the month after 60 days of full time employment
After one year of full time employment, you qualify for paid vacation, reimbursement of uniform fees, and Company payment of PSB fees to maintain a current registration
Medical Insurance
Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Holidays
Short Term Disability