Security Officer for South Bay Recycling, $11.50/Hr. San Carlos - Full-time / Part-time

Universal Protection Service, established in 1965, is recognized as the fastest growing security provider in the nation. At Universal Protection Service, we provide employees with opportunities that offer both challenges and rewards.

***Recruiting for a Saturday - Sunday Day Shift, Monday & Thursday Swing Shift SP to provide access control at South Bay Recycling in San Carlos.

Starting pay: $11.50/Hr. Front Gate, Access Control, Logging all Vehicles

Saturday 8 am - 4 pm

Sunday 8 am - 4 pm

Monday & Thursday 6 pm- Midnight

EXCELLENT schedule for students and those seeking additional income!

Primary Job Duties:
• Patrols assigned areas on foot to ensure personal, building, and equipment security.
• Provides public assistance, including lockout services and information.
• Watches for and reports irregularities, such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and security doors left unlocked; sounds alarm in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Prepares routine, standardized reports. Position Requirements

Requirements for this position include the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• 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.

Online applications now being accepted. Drop ins are welcome at our San Jose Branch office, located at 777 N First Street, Suite 150 Mondays through Fridays, 8am-3pm, Professional Attire Preferred, Computer kiosks are set up for your convenience. Division West - Universal Protection Service