Security Officers

Seeking Security Officers for IMMEDIATE Job Openings!

Universal Protection Service is seeking to hire Professional Security Officers to work throughout the Houston Region. We have immediate job opportunities for Warehouse, Retail, Distribution Center, and Corporate Campus Security Officers for one of the most respected client's in the retail industry. Don't miss this opportunity to join the team of this premier, fastest growing, Security Company in the state of Texas.

Join the best security company in the USA that offers free Security Training, Competitive Pay-rates, Benefits, and Growth Opportunitites!

As a Professional Security Officer with Universal Protection Service, you will provide Commissioned or Non-Commissioned, uniformed security, including but not limited to:

*Foot or vehicle patrol of interior and exterior areas of assigned locations
*Report suspicious activities and persons
*Write detailed narrative reports, maintain daily activity reports (DARs)
*Respond to emergency situations requiring security assistance
*Access control through an admittance process
*Screen visitors and client employees in an efficient manner in order to expedite or bar their admittance to the site or facility
*Check for unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, security violations, and unauthorized persons

Benefits:
Universal Protection Service recognizes and rewards your commitment to excellence. Our security professionals enjoy advancement opportunities, great salary and benefits including 401(k), a variety of medical, dental and vision options, holiday pay, training and development, and on-the-spot recognition programs. Position Requirements

Qualified Security Professional applicants will meet the following criteria:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess a valid Guard License, or have applied and subsequently be issued such a license prior to employment.
• As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test.
• As a condition of continued employment, employee must maintain current active status of Guard License at all times, and must carry the license at all times while on duty.
• Must display exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites.

Essential Physical and Mental Functions

• Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet)
• Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift
• Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties
• Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds
• Run as needed
• Constant use of both hands and arms in reaching/handling/grasping/fingering while using phone, notepad, writing reports, and other administrative tasks
• Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination
• Read, understand and clearly speak English; constantly use speech and hearing (correctable to normal level required) in communicating with public/co-workers, giving and receiving instructions, using phones
• Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat;
• Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments
• Must possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
• Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting; may require computer skills
• Must be able to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions
• Must be able to handle pressure of working with high volume general public (constantly to occasionally depending on assignment)

EOE/M/F/D/V

Universal Protection Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

Online applications now being accepted.

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