GuardTexas is Hiring a 40 Hours+ Mobile Patrol Route Officer Overnights, $17, FT Near Richardson, TX
Overview
Join the GuardTexas family! We're people making the difference! GuardTexas has been committed to serving the great state of Texas for over 40 years. Over 900 GuardTexas security officers serve clients in many industries including commercial real estate, residential communities, construction and retail. We are a privately owned company with branches in: Austin, Bryan-College Station, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio. GuardTexas is a certified security guard trainer. See www.guardtexas.com for more information about our company.Job Skills / Requirements
Schedule:
Overnight (40 Hours), Available Any Day
The Dallas branch of GuardTexas is seeking qualified candidates for its Mobile Patrol Division. The Mobile Patrol Route Security Officer safeguards property by patrolling the premises and monitoring for theft, violence, safety issues, and/or disturbances through observation and reporting. The primary responsibility of the position is to deter crime through a highly visible presence. The position will be mobile driving a patrol vehicle. Service is a key part of our mission, so officers take a proactive approach to resolving issues for our clients. The successful candidate must be detail-oriented, have good time management skills, enjoy both mental and physical challenges, and be able to work independently yet be a team player. Each patrol route security officer must possess good decision-making abilities. REQUIREMENTS FOR SECURITY OFFICER PATROL DRIVER: This assignment requires driving approval through company insurance.
Must be at least 25 years of age
Valid Texas DL of 3 years
No 'At Fault' accidents or tickets in the past 3 years
Complete and maintain all requirements for Level II Non-Commissioned Security Officer Registration
Pass Criminal Background screening per TX PSB
Flexible/ open availability
Customer service orientation
Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle crisis situations
Critical thinking and sound judgment
Able to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing
Visual acuity to drive at night and hearing acuity to observe and otherwise obtain information from all relevant sources
Ability to perform general physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and/or moving the entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, sitting, standing for long periods of time, and handling of materials
SECURITY OFFICER DUTIES:
Provide a visual security presence
Conduct regular rounds of industrial, commercial, or residential premises to deter and detect signs of intrusion and ensure the security of doors, windows, and gates
Perform checks on windows, doors, gates, stairwells, fire exits, mechanical rooms, and other areas as assigned by the client or that trespassers may use to gain illegal access, and ensure that they are properly secure
Inspect equipment if required to ascertain that tampering has not occurred and/or is in working order as noted in the post orders
Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences including standing water or fire hazards, failure indicators on mechanical or electrical equipment, and temperature controls
Respond to alarms and investigate disturbances
Contact police, paramedics or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons
Contact Property Manager as appropriate
Inform persons of rule infractions or violations such as loitering, smoking, carrying forbidden articles; apprehend or evict violators from premises
Assist in evacuation buildings in case of emergency
Education Requirements (Any)High School Diploma or EquivalentCertification Requirements (All)Active Security RegistrationAdditional Information / Benefits
We offer a range of competitive benefits: - Overtime for worked holidays - Access to credit union membership for you and your family - Insurance is available the first day of the month after 60 days of full time employment. - After one year, you qualify for paid vacation, reimbursement of uniform deposits, and Company payment of PSB fees to maintain a current registration.
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid VacationScreening Requirements: Motor Vehicle, Drug Screen, Criminal Background Check