Security Flex / Utility Officers for Downtown LA, Pasadena, Burbank, and Glendale areas

Security Officers - Do you enjoy going to work every day? Join a Security company where your efforts as a Security Officer are appreciated! Work for a company that values and rewards your stellar customer service skills, security industry knowledge, and experience.

We are currently recruiting Security Flex/Utility officers with outstanding flexibility in scheduling to work at numerous locations in Downtown L.A, Glendale, Burbank, and Pasadena managed out our Downtown Los Angeles office. If you are new to the industry, this is an excellent opportunity to build on your experience at a wide array of Class A properties!

At Universal Protection Service, our vision is to be Exceptional! To maintain exceptional Security Officers, to provide exceptional service, and to create exceptional results! Join a company that cares for and recognizes its Security Officers. As a Security Flex Officer, you will provide unarmed, uniformed security to a variety of clients throughout the Los Angeles area.

The successful Security Flex Officer candidates will have outstanding flexibility in scheduling - positions that require you to operate a security vehicle will require you to be age 25+ with a clean DMV Record.

The successful Security Flex/Utility Officer candidate is responsible for providing security services at assigned locations. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Driving and foot 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, and security violations

Position Requirements

Qualified Security Flex Officer applicants will meet the following criteria:

• Must have open availability and a strong sense of urgency
• 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 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.

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