Security Patrol Officer - Full-time / Part-time

Universal Protection Service has been recognized as a National Top Workplace. We seek to hire entry level and experienced Security Professionals to work in a professional environment, which requires an ambitious and career conscious person where acquired skills and training will be utilized toward continued growth and advancement. Apply today!

The successful Security Patrol Driver candidate is responsible for providing security services at assigned locations. Duties include, but are not limited to;

• Vehicle patrol of exterior areas of assigned locations
• Foot patrol of interior/exterior areas of assigned locations
• 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
• Use of innovative, wireless technology for checkpoints and requirements, immediate synchronization, reports, forms and locations in real-time (client specific sites)
• Full time and part time shifts available

Position Requirements

Qualified Security Patrol Driver 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 BSIS Guard License at all times, and must carry the license at all times while on duty.
• Must display exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Vehicle Patrol Officers must be minimum 25 years of age and have 0 points on DMV report for the last 5 years. Please bring a recent DMV printout to your interview.
• 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 required 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.

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