About The Position

The Security Officer ensures the safety and security of Perishable Distributors of Iowa buildings and sensitive areas. The officer observes and reports safety, security, and policy violations and helps protect employees, assets, and merchandise. The position works scheduled weekend shifts, with Friday and Monday shifts optional, and reports to the Disaster Recovery Manager and Security Manager.

Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to solve practical problems.
  • Ability to perform simple addition and subtraction, copy figures, count and record information.
  • Ability to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated instructions and write identifying information.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Successfully pass an annual criminal background check.
  • No restrictions preventing the carrying and use of firearms.
  • Ability to be trained and certified in CPR and AED use.
  • Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including occasional exertion of 20–50 pounds, frequent exertion of 10–25 pounds, and constant exertion of up to 10 pounds; may be called upon to render aid requiring medium-to-heavy lifting and physical fitness.

Nice To Haves

  • One to three years of military, police, law enforcement, or similar work-related experience.

Responsibilities

  • Report to work as scheduled and on time, and follow company policies and departmental guidelines.
  • Monitor inbound and outbound vehicle traffic and outside carriers using the dispatch application; verify seals, padlocks, trailer numbers, contents, and load information as required, and provide professional directions and instructions to drivers.
  • Conduct security tours of the distribution center, parking lot, and campus perimeter using the security tour verification system; check that buildings and doors are secure and report suspicious activity and adverse weather or road conditions.
  • Welcome, register, and direct visitors; check visitors in and out during off hours using Easy Lobby; issue, enter, and deactivate security cards; maintain temporary card logs; and monitor card access and employee access points.
  • Prepare a detailed watch report for each shift, complete incident reports when required, and submit other written reports as directed.
  • Monitor fire and security alarm systems, respond appropriately, test alarm systems, and secure the facility when necessary to prevent damage, injury, or loss.
  • Meet uniform and appearance requirements in the Security SOP.
  • Check in and instruct employees picking up employee purchases.
  • Assist other security officers and departments as needed, attend quarterly department meetings, and perform other duties assigned by management.
  • Clean and maintain the Traffic Control Center and its equipment.
  • Administer pre-employment drug tests and DOT-certified drug and alcohol tests in accordance with company policies, guidelines, and federal regulations.
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