About the position
This position maintains a safe and secure environment for customers and employees by patrolling and monitoring premises and employee safety.
Responsibilities
- Maintain constant watch for and report unusual conditions to the appropriate personnel.
- Patrol plant area, building, surrounding areas and other Hiland owned properties as assigned to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, gates, etc.
- Perform random periodic walks around the building/s perimeter to ensure security at all points of entry. Perform a minimum of four (4) rounds per hour on each shift.
- Visually oversee the security booth by observing security monitors.
- Maintain facility parking rules and policies to include proper vehicle parking and ensuring that fire lanes remain open.
- Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security.
- Monitor the parking lot for burglary and theft prevention.
- Perform visual checks for prowlers, fire, or other danger of loss or damage to property and equipment.
- Complete reports of any incidents, emergencies, accidents, crisis situations and submits to department supervisor and EHS Manager.
- If requested, escort employees to their vehicles to ensure their safety.
- Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence/removal of unauthorized persons.
- Support the relationship between Hiland and its constituent population by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers, clients, visitors, guests, and Hiland Dairy staff.
- Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Requirements
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in the security field.
- Must have successfully completed a board approved 40 hours security training program and be awarded certificate of completion.
- Maintain the educational and State of Texas security officer's requirements as stated by the Private Security Bureau.
- Must be organized and detail oriented.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to work weekends, and varying shifts (days, evenings, nights).
- Must maintain valid commission certification or be able to obtain a valid commission.
- Must have their own handgun.
- Ability to accurately record data.
- To stand on your feet constantly during your shift.
- Maintain constant mental focus and constantly be aware of surroundings.
- Must be eligible for and maintain any and all licenses, as required and necessary to serve as an armed security guard.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Thrift Incentive Plan
- Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
