Security Officer $16.50/Hr. Monday - Friday Swings at Emeryville Biotech Firm

Universal Protection Service seeks an experienced Security Officer to work Monday through Friday Swing Shift 3 pm - 11 pm at an Emeryville Biotech firm.

$16.50/Hr. At least 18 months' security experience and current CA Guard Card mandatory. Biotech security experience a plus! Exceptional Customer Service skills and Professionalism required.

Apply online. Call our local Oakland Office to coordinate an interview PH # (510) 562-7606

100 Hegenberger Rd, Oakland. Parking is free.

Core Requirements:

•Must be able to multi-task

•Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and CCTV

•Ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public

•Effective oral and written communication skills

•Active listening skills

•Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively

•Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately

•Attention to detail

Benefits:

Universal Protection Service recognizes and rewards our Security Officers' commitment to excellence. Our security officers enjoy advancement opportunities, great salary and benefits including 401(k), a variety of medical, dental and vision options, holiday pay, training and development, and on-the-spot recognition programs.

Universal Protection Service is proudly celebrating 50 years of being in business and is the largest privately owned security organization in the U.S. We proudly support the Veteran Jobs Mission, a group of over 200 companies that have committed to collectively hiring a total of one million military veterans. Position Requirements

Qualified applicants for the Professional Security Officer position will meet the minimum requirements, as described below:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to obtain 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/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

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