Security Officer Full Time

Securitas Security Services • Colorado Springs, CO

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Securitas Security is seeking customer service-driven individuals to join their team as Security Officers in Colorado Springs, CO. The role offers the opportunity to serve the community, receive elite training in safety and security, and benefit from dedicated regional and area management support for growth and advancement within the company.

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma, GED, OR ability to complete the GED program within 6 months.
• Must be able to interact with a wide range of individuals in a calm and professional manner.
• Must have great attention to detail and have the ability to remain alert throughout the duration of the shift.
• Must be able to respond to emergencies with rapid / effective judgment and use appropriate escalation.
• All candidates must be willing to participate in the Company’s pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation.
• Must have appropriate I9 Identifications.
• Willingness to travel 25-30 miles to and from work.
• Understands the nature of customer service and interactions with the public.
• Must have Day or Swing shift availability with ability to cover for late arrivals, no call no show, leave of absence, etc.
• Must be reliable, accountable, punctual, and have a strong work ethic.
• Must be able to interact with and greet site visitors, truck drivers, client employees, or client in a positive manner, while maintaining excellent customer service.
• Intermediate computer/technology skills needed to ensure completion of daily activity reports, and logs via handheld devices, and ability to report alarms via telephone.
• Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills to assist vendors, public, truck drivers, client, Site Supervisor, and Office Management.
• Must be open to communication and feedback from client, Site Supervisor and Office Management.
• Must be able to adhere to 15 minute, and lunch breaks.
• Must be able to work in a team environment to ensure site/organizational goals are achieved daily.
• Must be able to remain organized and professional.
• Must be able to learn and adhere to security operations.
• Must provide high quality customer service in-person, via radio, and over the telephone.
• Must have reliable transportation to commute to and from work.
• Must be able to obtain Colorado Springs Guard Card license and maintain it every year.
• Must be able to attend in-person interview, and in-person orientation in Colorado Springs if hired.

Nice To Haves

• Security, Law Enforcement, or Military experience a plus!!
• Conflict resolution and de-escalation skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Report alarms in accordance with client requirements, and monitor cameras.
• Greet vendors, truck drivers, client employees, client, and aid as needed.
• Conduct internal foot patrol and/or external foot patrol when needed to check for unsafe conditions, hazards, security violations, blocked ingress and egress, mechanical problems, unauthorized persons, inspects grounds using appropriate equipment and protective gear.
• Monitor entrance/exits and provide guidance to site visitors, vendors, and truck drivers.
• Complete daily activity (DAR), incident reports and logs via Securitas and client systems.
• Provide an atmosphere in which all customers, client employees, site visitors, client, and Management know their needs are being met.
• Present a good image to public, client employees, truck drivers, client and Management.
• Operates in a calm manner and directs persons who cause disruption to leave property.
• Protects evidence or scene of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations; sets up barriers and signage, and provides direction or information to others.
• Observes and reports incidents or suspicious activity to client, Company Management, or public safety authorities as appropriate for the circumstances and/or as required by the site.
• Acts to ensure that all property removal is conducted within appropriate policy requirements and in accord with client standards.
• Carries out specific tasks and duties of similar nature and scope as required for assigned site.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, & Disability Insurance, Plus 401K Options.
• Virtual Medical Appointments With Telemedicine.
• Paid Time Off, Free Uniforms, Paid Training. & Weekly Pay!!
• Employee Assistance Program.
• DailyPay Access Program!!
• Discounts On Childcare, Pet Daycare, Vehicles, Electronics, Cell Phone Plans, Travel & So Much More!
• Retirement plan
• Employer-provided medical and dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance plan
• Securitas Saves discount program
• Paid holidays
• Paid time away from work
• Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply. Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members.

What This Job Offers

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