Day Shift Security Officer - Beaverton, $10.76/Hr.

Location: Beaverton, Oregon

Compensation: $10.76/Hr.

Full-Time Day Shift 7 am - 3 pm

Interested in joining the team?

Universal Protection Service, a nationwide provider of full-service security solutions, is always looking for smart, qualified, and service-oriented professionals to join the team. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Universal is committed to a diverse workforce. Universal offers competitive wages, specialized training and opportunities for advancement. Uniforms will be provided by the company.

Requirements:

Must meet Company Driving Criteria

Must be able to obtain Guard License for Oregon

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing for the purpose of public interaction and report writing.

• Ability to maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality.

• Neat and professional appearance.

• Friendly and professional demeanor.

• Ability to provide quality customer service.

• Ability to effectively handle typical and crisis situations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Circulate among visitors, patrons or employees to preserve order and protect property.

• Be friendly, helpful and attentive.

• Observe, report, monitor.

• Authorize entrance/departure of employees, visitors and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.

• Respond to, investigate and write reports of daily activities and irregularities such as equipment or property damage, incidents, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences. Position Requirements

Requirements for this position include the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Applicants for driving positions must have Current State’s driver’s license and are required to meet the minimum Company driving standards in order to safely operate a Company vehicle
• Must possess a valid Guard License as required in the state for which you are applying.
• 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 all required 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/Vet/Disability

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

Universal Protection Service

9221 SW Barbur Boulevard, Suite 310

Portland, Oregon 97219

Division West - Universal Protection Service