Unarmed Security Guard (TAMPA)

About the position

Our unarmed Security Officers are responsible for day-to-day security of employees and other individuals passing through secured screening locations that are opened 24-hours a day covered in 3 shifts. NOTE: Pay rate is based on Location/Site/Post assigned.

Responsibilities

• Observe and monitor the actions of individuals considering entering the secured area.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner.
• Take reasonable and prudent action to ensure the safety of all individuals employees, and client assets.
• Immediate reporting to management all unusual or suspicious activity.
• Perform duties in a professional and courteous manner, providing exceptional customer service for visitors, customers, and employees.
• Control the security post area using prescribed actions to meet entry and denial criteria.
• Verify all person's credentials and badges, ensuring the name, company and expiration date are all present on the badge.
• Responsible for identifying dangerous objects and preventing those objects from being transported through screening locations.
• Perform vehicle inspections according to Standard Operating Protocols and post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter.
• Conduct thorough security screenings of personal items, deliveries, merchandise, and cargo in accordance with inspection requirements using X-ray machines, metal detectors, and other diverse, cutting-edge electronic detection and imaging equipment.
• Monitor surveillance cameras and patrol perimeter of designated areas to detect and deter potential security breaches.
• Additional location security related duties to ensure safety of all individuals.

Requirements

• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Must possess a valid Florida Class-D Security License.
• Must have completed - High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Must be able to pass a verifiable background check, including criminal employment, education, and personal references.
• You must possess a valid state-issued Driver's License or a valid state-issued I.D. card.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment / annual / random drug screenings.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work and interact with the public.
• Must have the flexibility to work around and changing schedules.