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Morning Security Officer
Former Military / Law Enforcement Strongly Invited to Apply!
Worksite: Cupertino, California
Pay Rate: $25/hr ($26/hr following a successful 90-day performance review)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Thursday through Monday, 05:00AM - 02:00PM
Benefits & Perks
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Retirement Plan
Position Summary
TRIDENT is hiring a Morning Security Officer to provide professional protection and safety coverage at assigned locations in Cupertino, CA. This early-morning opportunity is well-suited to a motivated, detail-oriented professional who thrives in structured environments and takes pride in building a safe, orderly setting right from the start of the day. If you are punctual, physically active, and confident in creating security during morning hours, this position is tailored for you.
Role Responsibilities:
- Partner with a team of Security Specialists to protect customers and employees in retail settings
- Carry out foot patrols across assigned areas to sustain visible presence and deter incidents
- Watch for, document, and react to abnormal or unsafe conditions on the property
- Investigate and prepare reports on security incidents, accidents, and identified maintenance issues
- Answer calls for assistance from supervisors or client representatives
- Support client staff during evacuations, emergencies, or hazardous conditions
- Help manage crowd control scenarios and coordinate with emergency services when needed
- Verify employee identification at client access points
- Enforce parking regulations and assist in resolving vehicle-related incidents or disagreements
- Proactively greet and support customers and staff in a courteous and professional manner
- Respond to medical emergencies and provide First Aid, CPR, or AED care (if certified)
- Conduct exterior inspections to confirm doors, gates, and windows are properly secured
- Attend daily shift briefings and relay site updates to fellow team members
- Complete mobile patrols between retail sites as directed
- Keep all assigned company equipment in strong working condition
- Produce thorough, accurate written reports as required
- Carry out additional tasks as assigned by TRIDENT management
Background & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required
- Previous security experience is preferred
Required Credentials:
- Valid California Driver's License
- Valid BSIS Guard Card
Essential Competencies:
- Self-Control: Preserves professionalism and composure in high-pressure environments
- Stress Tolerance: Handles criticism and demanding situations effectively and calmly
- Dependability: Demonstrates steady punctuality, reliability, and accountability
- Initiative: Owns assigned tasks and independently works through challenges
- Critical Thinking: Evaluates situations carefully and selects suitable responses
- Teamwork: Contributes to a positive, cooperative team environment
- Interpersonal Skills: Engages professionally and effectively with clients, colleagues, and the public
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
- May be called upon to operate a company vehicle between client locations
- Role spans multiple retail sites
- Must be comfortable working indoors and outdoors across varying weather conditions
- Involves frequent walking and standing with occasional extended periods of sitting
- Must be available for weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
Classification & Reporting:
The Security Specialist is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt role reporting directly to the Field Supervisor.
About TRIDENT
TRIDENT is built on a team of skilled Security Specialists dedicated to delivering premier Tier-1 security support services to our clients on time and at the best possible value. A TRIDENT Security Specialist is often the first face seen and the primary contact for our clients and the public. Professionalism, safety, and outstanding customer service form the foundation of this role. Our organization's strength rests on your ability to perform with integrity and carry the TRIDENT name with excellence.
Our Core Principles
- Do everything with honesty and integrity
- Achieve excellence on every job
- Deliver superior customer and employee service
- Support and secure clients' operational and technical objectives
TRIDENT Security Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Salary : $25 - $26