Security Officer - Corporate (Avon)

Overview

Am-Gard has been providing security guard service to the southwestern Pennsylvania region for over 40 years.  Incorporated in 1983, Am-Gard is a third-generation family owned and operated    Pittsburgh based business. We take pride in our support of the communities we serve and local charities including the City of Pittsburgh Police, Veteran’s Leadership Program, Animal Friends, and the Wounded Warrior project just to name a few. Am-Gard is a member of the Building Owners and Managers Association as well as the American Society for Industrial Security and is proud to be one of the largest locally owned security services company in Pittsburgh.

Am-Gard’s headquarters is located in Pittsburgh and we currently provide approximately 20,000 hours per week of security services to customers throughout the region. With customers having direct access to Am-Gard’s engaged ownership, coupled with an experienced operations team led by our Director of Operations, we are committed to providing superior security services ensuring a safe and secure environment at all our customer facilities. We believe our experience, commitment to excellence and local heritage make Am-Gard the ideal partner to support our clients security and safety program.

Job Skills / Requirements

Successful Candidates will be able to work in an industrial work environment with excellent public relations and customer service skills.

Officers must be able to:

Communicate effectively with staff, contractors, visitors and employees

Skilled in conflict resolution

Have excellent report writing skills

Respond to emergencies in a professional manner

Exude Command Presence from a uniform appearance standpoint

Willingness to assist and create a positive work environment.

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Paid Vacation