Security Officer - Industrial Site
About The Position
The Security Officer provides security services at a busy industrial facility in Queen City, Texas. The role helps maintain a safe and secure environment through patrols, access control, incident reporting, and monitoring site operations. The officer works with site personnel and ensures compliance with facility security and safety requirements. The position operates in an active industrial and manufacturing environment, with exposure to noise, moving equipment, machinery, and varying temperatures. Required personal protective equipment must be worn at all times while on site: hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility safety vest, and steel-toed boots. Day, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Valid Texas Security License, or ability to obtain one before hire.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer experience, including basic data entry, email, and report writing.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in emergency situations.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and conduct frequent patrols across large industrial areas.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, and perform routine patrol duties.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to remain alert and attentive throughout the entire shift.
- Strict adherence to all site safety policies and procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Previous security, military, law enforcement, or customer service experience.
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular foot patrols of the facility, warehouse, production areas, parking lots, and perimeter.
- Monitor site access points and verify employee, visitor, and contractor credentials.
- Observe and report suspicious activity, security violations, unsafe conditions, and policy violations.
- Complete daily activity reports, incident reports, and shift logs using computer-based systems.
- Monitor facility operations and respond to alarms, emergencies, and incidents as required.
- Assist with traffic control and visitor direction when needed.
- Maintain a visible security presence to deter theft, vandalism, and unauthorized access.
- Communicate with management, employees, emergency responders, and fellow security officers.
- Enforce site-specific security policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by site management or security supervisors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
