Utility Officer - Greenville, SC

Walden Security•Greenville, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Officer works on a full-time basis across multiple security posts and must be available for all three shifts, with the ability to work on short notice to cover call-offs. Schedules are generally made one or two weeks in advance, though last-minute coverage needs may arise. The role has no supervisory responsibilities and is subject to supervision from Branch/Account Managers, Post Supervisors, and Field Supervisors. A resume must be attached for an application to advance; candidates may also use the application text box to provide work history and contact information. The officer performs security patrols and inspections at assigned facilities, monitors for hazards and suspicious activity, controls access and traffic, responds to alarms and emergencies, and reports incidents to supervisors. Duties may vary, and other tasks may be assigned by the Operations Manager or Branch General Manager. The position 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, candidates may need a state security officer license, weapons-use certification and state armed license, a valid driver's license for driving positions, and CPR/AED/First Aid certification. The work involves regular standing, walking, sitting, and communicating; frequent handling or feeling with the hands; and occasional reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds is required. Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, depth perception, focus adjustment, and distinguishing basic colors.

Requirements

Availability for all schedules and shifts, including all three shifts, and short-notice work to cover call-offs.
High school diploma or GED; alternatively, one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Where applicable, a State Security Officer License.
Where applicable, certification in weapons use and a State Armed License if required.
A 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 accommodation where applicable.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job, including occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds.
Required vision abilities include close and distance vision, depth perception, focus adjustment, and ability to distinguish basic colors.

Responsibilities

Be trained and qualified to work multiple posts to cover call-offs or vacations.
Patrol buildings, grounds, public areas, and other assigned locations.
Observe lobbies, corridors, and public rooms; communicate with management and interview guests and employees to detect rule violations and investigate disturbances, complaints, thefts, vandalism, and accidents.
Look for fires, unsafe conditions, missing or inoperative safety equipment, and other irregularities.
Check doors, windows, and gates to confirm they are secure.
Operate and set thermostatic controls to maintain specified temperatures where assigned.
Register at watch stations to record inspection times.
Inspect assigned areas and record property damage, unusual occurrences, and machinery or equipment malfunctions for supervisory staff.
Warn people of rule violations and apprehend or expel persons engaged in suspicious or criminal acts.
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 cases of fire or unauthorized persons.
Assist management and law enforcement officers in emergencies.
Apprehend unauthorized persons on the property, using armed force if necessary, and release them to authorities.
Contact a supervisor by radio or telephone to report irregularities and obtain instructions.
Write investigation and automobile usage reports.