Utility Officer - Greenville, SC

Walden Security•Greenville, NC

About The Position

The Utility Officer is a full-time security officer trained and qualified to work multiple posts, covering call-offs, vacations, and other short-notice staffing needs. Officers must be available for all three shifts and schedules; schedules are generally made one or two weeks in advance, but last-minute needs may arise. Duties vary by assignment and may include patrol, access and traffic control, responding to alarms and emergencies, and reporting incidents. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and is subject to supervision by Branch or Account Managers, Post Supervisors, and Field Supervisors. To be considered, applicants must attach a resume. Candidates may also use the provided text box to outline work history and contact information. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination. Depending on the assignment, state security licensing, weapons certifications or an armed license, a valid driver’s license, and CPR/AED/First Aid certification may be needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The listed pay rate is $20 per hour. Walden Security describes its benefits as generous and notes opportunities for career growth, but does not specify individual benefits in this posting. The employer states that qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.

Requirements

Availability to work all schedules and all three shifts, including short-notice coverage for call-offs.
High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
State Security Officer License where applicable.
Weapons-use certification and a State Armed License if required for the assignment.
Valid driver’s license if assigned to a driving position.
CPR/AED/First Aid certification may be needed.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Physical ability to regularly stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear; frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and occasionally reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Close and distance vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, and ability to see and distinguish basic colors.

Responsibilities

Train and qualify to work multiple posts to cover call-offs and vacations.
Patrol buildings, grounds, lobbies, corridors, public rooms, and other assigned areas to identify security issues, hazards, and unusual activity.
Confer with management and interview guests and employees; investigate disturbances, complaints, thefts, vandalism, and accidents.
Check for fires, unsafe conditions, missing or inoperative safety equipment, and unsecured doors, windows, and gates.
Set and maintain thermostatic controls where assigned, and register at watch stations to record inspection times.
Inspect assigned areas and record property damage, unusual occurrences, and malfunctioning machinery or equipment.
Report irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and unlocked security doors.
Warn people of rule infractions and apprehend or expel people engaging in suspicious or criminal acts, as appropriate.
Notify staff about the presence of persons with questionable reputations.
Permit authorized persons and regulate vehicle and pedestrian traffic at plant entrances.
Drive a radio-equipped vehicle through a client’s establishment, check alarms, and locate alarm sources when assigned.
Sound alarms or contact police or fire departments in the event of fire or unauthorized persons.
Assist management and enforcement officers during emergencies.
Apprehend unauthorized persons on the property, using armed force if necessary, and release them to the custody of authorities.
Contact a supervisor by radio or telephone to report irregularities and obtain instructions.
Write investigation and automobile-usage reports.