Security Officer: Golden Triangle Polymers Company

DUS Website • Orange, TX

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, the Security Officer provides security and protection for work sites, personnel, and assets at an assigned job site. The role enforces safety and security measures; conducts regular vehicle and foot patrols; performs access control; operates and monitors CCTV equipment; and responds to incidents according to established procedures. Duties may vary based on business needs and client requirements. The work schedule varies by site and may be urban or rotational, with one week on and one week off.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Have reliable transportation to and from the work site.
• Hold a State Unarmed Security Officer License or be able to obtain one.
• Be able to proficiently speak, read, understand, and write English.
• Be able to handle crisis situations calmly and effectively.
• Successfully complete a criminal background investigation, drug screen, and post-offer physical evaluation as a condition of employment.
• Demonstrate maturity of judgment and behavior and a professional manner grounded in honesty, integrity, and ethics.
• Communicate respectfully with visitors, coworkers, vendors, supervisors, managers, customers, and client representatives.
• Provide clear directions and respond appropriately.
• Have basic phone and computer skills, including email, texting, and two-way radio use.
• Work effectively under pressure, independently, and as part of a team.
• Be able to work with little or no supervision and adapt to changing conditions, assignments, priorities, and tasks.
• Be able to gather and assess information, solve problems, and make appropriate decisions.
• Be able to perform the physical demands of the job, including routine walking, standing, sitting, bending, and carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Successfully complete a post-offer pre-hire physical.

Nice To Haves

• Military, law enforcement, or security experience.
• At least two years of experience within the past five years in law enforcement, military police, corrections, or a private security company; applicable military specialty experience may substitute for law enforcement experience.
• Experience working in a refinery or plant.
• Experience working in the oil and gas industry.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR or refinery safety standards.
• Conversational Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Protect assigned work sites, personnel, and assets, and enforce applicable safety and security measures.
• Conduct regular vehicular and foot patrols of assigned premises.
• Perform access control duties and operate and monitor CCTV equipment.
• Respond to incidents in accordance with established operational procedures.
• Conduct random vehicle searches, which may involve detecting objects and walking on uneven terrain for extended periods.
• Confront suspicious persons, assess their intentions, and take appropriate action.
• Perform rescue functions during accidents, emergencies, and disasters.
• Extinguish fires using a fire extinguisher and other appropriate means.
• Communicate effectively over radio channels, including initiating and responding to radio communications.
• Gather information during investigations by interviewing participants, obtaining statements, and clearly documenting findings.
• Read, understand, and apply policies and procedures; comprehend and respond appropriately to oral information.
• Operate a motor vehicle during the day and night in urban and rural settings.
• Conduct visual surveillance for extended periods and observe and recall distinguishing details about people, vehicles, places, and property.
• Understand and carry out post orders, including enforcing client and company policies, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain a neat, professional appearance and wear the assigned clean uniform.
• Remain alert and work safely; return to work for emergent matters when required.
• Work at various locations and perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Eligible full-time regular employees may enroll in health insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and short-term disability insurance.
• Full-time regular employees have access to an employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

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