Warehouse Security Officers

Universal Protection Service currently seeks Full & Part TimeWarehouse Security Officers for a new account in account in La Vergne, Tn.

1st and 2nd Shifts available.

The ideal candidate for thses positions are excellent with customers, have the ability to enforce rules and regulations and has an impressive ability to communicate. This is a great opportunity to join Universal Protection Service; a dynamic high-powered security team focused on securing client properties while delivering exceptional customer service.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performing access control duties verifying identities and clearance of individuals seeking access to the facilities
• Ensure that no prohibited items are brought into the facility
• Exercise good judgment at all times and provide appropriate actions to counteract potential security infractions
• Observe and report suspicious activities and persons
• Write detailed narrative reports and maintain daily activity reports (DARs)
• Enforce rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and respond to emergency situations requiring security assistance

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to obtain a valid TN Guard License (Training and certification will be provided)
• As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete advanced high clearance background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test
• Must display exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites.
• Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shift

Part Time positions offer benefits including $11/hour pay + anniversary bonus + on the spot recognition program + 401K.
Full Time positions offer benefits including $11/hour pay + anniversary bonus + on the spot recognition program + medical, dental, vision, flex spending, and 401K.
Both are great opportunities for those looking for long term stable employment.


This is a great opportunity for someone looking for long term stable employment.

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/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

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