Beach Security

Beach Security is responsible for providing security in and around the fill area to keep unauthorized persons from dredging operations. The Beach Security will report to the Fill foreman or Assistant Fill Foreman. The hours are typically Monday- Sunday 12 hour shifts candidates either work the day shift or night shift. The work shifts may vary based upon the amount of security officers hired per site. The person in this role must be flexible.  This is a temporary project-based position. We are currently seeking a Beach Security Officer for the following location near Delray Beach, FL 33483. 

About the Company:

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition, Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil, ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating, production and project management functions. In its over 133-year history, the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry, comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Company’s Incident-and Injury-Free® (IIF®) safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Company’s culture. The Company’s commitment to the IIF® culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: 

• Maintain a sentry post at the entrance to the construction area to keep unauthorized persons from entering the active construction zone  
• Perform escort duties for bulldozer or wheel loader when equipment is being operated outside the designated construction area and members of the public are present. Tasks may be performed by walking or by use of Utility Vehicle 
• Perform pipe security check by walking or driving the shorepipe to identify any security or safety concerns as they relate to the general public. Examples include:  
  1. Identifying areas where the public is not using crossover 
  2. Identifying areas where the shorepipe is leaking and may cause safety hazard to the public 
• Periodically the employee will be required to spend 2-3 days watching safety training videos prudent to their job duties  
• May be assigned to other duties 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be capable and possess the ability to walk on uneven surfaces (e.g., beach sand). 
• Must be capable of performing escort duties for the bulldozer or wheel loader when equipment is being operated outside the designated construction area and members of the public are present. (Tasks may be performed by walking or driving) 
• Must have good communications skills; both verbal & written 
• Must have solid interpersonal skills to interact with the public 
• Candidates will need their own steel toed boots (non-billable to GLDD); GLDD will provide the remaining PPE equipment. 
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• High School Diploma or equivalent degree. 
• Valid State driver’s license 

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected category.  

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