2nd & 1st Shift Security Officer 77027 (STX 1 DIV 3)

Houston, TX, United States of America

$14.50 - $14.50

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Overview

United Protective is a privately held, independent corporation dedicated to providing contract security services throughout the Texas region. Beginning in 1999, with just three employees, we have grown consistently and through quality of partnerships. Today, United Protective services the State of Texas with hundreds of employees in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Frisco, Houston, Oklahoma City, and San Antonio. As other companies merge, consolidate, downsize, or sell; United Protective has emerged as a tried and true resource for contract security services.We are committed to customizing our service through open and honest communication through the development of trust and respect for our clients, employees and our co-workers. The ideal we strive for is continuous improvement in our relationships, productiveness, responsiveness, integrity and professionalism.Look closely at United Protective and you will see the difference immediately. We are a specialized agency geared towards providing exceptional service. UPS believes in better selection and training of our officers is paramount to providing the service our client's desire and deserve.United Protective is an owner-operated company with one of the most experienced management teams in Texas. Senior management is directly involved in service delivery and maintains a partner-like relationship with each client. Our philosophy is distinctive because we look at each client as an individual entity with inherent needs specific to its location.Instead of the 'cookie-cutter' approach that so many of our competitors use, we offer near total flexibility and a truly custom approach in our service. As societal and economic changes make security more critical and contract staffing the logical choice, more and more companies are looking to United Protective.

Job Skills / Requirements

United Protective Services is hiring for a Security Officer in the Downtown Houston area. Please contact us and we will interview you in our main office.

Responsibilities

• Protect property from theft or damage, or persons from hazards or interference

• Enforce property rules and regulations designed to prevent breaches of security

• Conduct patrols of the property checking for irregularities and inspecting protection devices and fire control equipment

• Monitor CCTV, and access control systems, where available

• Maintain strict control and accountability for all assigned keys and badges

• Responsible for maintenance and daily inventory of all equipment issued

• Write detailed and accurate daily reports of incidents or irregularities for submission to the customer; utilize a mobile tour application for reporting, where available

• Maintain a thorough knowledge and understanding of the property’s post orders; follow instructions as documented in the post orders

• Remain alert for the presence of unauthorized persons, trespassers, and/or security violations

• Approach suspicious persons, escort trespassers off the property and call the police, if needed, following protocol for issuing a criminal trespass notice

• Assist visitors and customers by answering questions and giving directions; maintain a high level of professionalism and customer service

• Exercise judgment and use discretion in dealing with emergencies and security violations encountered

• Determine whether the first response should be to intervene directly (asking for assistance when deemed necessary and time allows), to keep the situation under surveillance, or to report the situation so that it can be handled by the appropriate authority

• Follow up on all customer and management requests

• Communicate effectively with United Protective Services Security leadership team, property management, and teammates

• Duties require specialized training in methods and techniques of protecting security areas and de-escalation

• Complete all assigned training, keep required certifications current

• Other duties as assigned

Essential Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to perform rigorous foot patrol duties for an entire shift

• Essential duties require the ability to stand, stoop, bend, climb stairs, and walk for an extended period

• Must be able to operate telephones in a professional manner

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

• Must be able to multi-task, prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Proficient in the use of basic computer knowledge

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Work Schedule

Friday - 0700-1500

Saturday - OFF

Sunday - OFF

Monday - 1500 -2300

Tuesday - 1500 -2300

Wed - 1500 -2300

Thurs - 1500 -2300

Certification Requirements (Any)

Level 2 security license

Additional Information / Benefits

United Protective Services License:Texas B-09771 & B-12854Oklahoma 12SGA 4246Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance

This job reports to the Site Manager

This is a Full-Time position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift.

Number of Openings for this position: 1

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