Security Officer - TX

Job Description

Unarmed Security Officer at Inter‑Con Security Systems, Inc. — A US‑owned security company providing integrated security solutions worldwide.

Inter‑Con is a family‑owned, industry‑leading security provider that delivers customized, high‑requirement security solutions to government and commercial clients across four continents.

• Communicate effectively on a daily basis with Client employees and contract personnel across a wide range of roles, from entry‑level employees to executive leadership.
• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors, ensuring a positive and professional first impression of the Client facility while acting as an ambassador for both Client and Inter‑Con through exceptional customer service.
• Perform regular patrols of the facility interior and exterior to maintain a safe and secure environment for employees, visitors, property, and assets.
• Patrol parking lots to ensure compliance with Client parking regulations and issue parking citations to violators as required.
• Maintain a heightened level of situational awareness at all times, proactively identifying, reporting, and responding to suspicious, unsafe, or unusual activity.
• Act in a first‑responder capacity by responding effectively to medical emergencies, chemical spills, fires, severe weather events, suspicious activity, and other emergency situations.
• Respond to medical incidents and provide first aid or emergency medical assistance for injuries common within a manufacturing environment, in accordance with training and established protocols.
• Partner closely with the on‑site Client Medical team to ensure sick or injured individuals receive appropriate and timely care.
• Respond to requests for Hot Work permits, verifying that all Client and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requirements are met prior to issuing permits.
• Conduct routine inspections of fire protection and fire prevention equipment to ensure compliance with NFPA standards.
• Inspect and monitor site security equipment and systems to ensure compliance with Client Global Security standards.
• Monitor and operate plant security systems, including video surveillance, access control systems, fire alarm systems, severe weather monitoring, and emergency dispatch communications.
• Inspect commercial motor vehicles entering and exiting the facility to ensure proper access control and verify shipments meet Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) requirements.
• Use proper spelling and grammar to write reports following Client’s documentation standards.

• Demonstrate the ability to walk extensively per shift while performing routine and direct patrols throughout the facility.
• Climb stairs and ladders as needed to conduct patrols, inspections, and emergency response activities.
• Access rooftops and elevated platforms as well as dark spaces when required to support security operations, inspections, or emergency response situations.
• Work outdoors or in assigned guard booths year‑round, remaining effective during a wide range of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Ability to work multiple shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance.
• Ability to safely operate company or Client motor vehicles, golf carts, or other utility type vehicles.

• Job operates in client sites which could be indoors or outdoors.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking, in the performance of daily security activities.
• Open availability for nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime/hold‑overs as directed.
• Work various shifts and holidays as assigned.

• Security experience.
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.
• Be able to meet all applicable licensing, registration, and certification requirements in the state in which the officer’s assigned facility is located.
• High school Diploma/GED.
• Speak, read, and write fluently in English.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Union position (dues required per State laws).
• Pass a pre‑employment drug test and background check.

Inter‑Con is passionate about hiring veterans and has hired thousands over the years. If you are a veteran seeking a rewarding career, please review our website for more information.

• Flexible scheduling to accommodate lifestyle commitments.
• Vacation, sick leave, medical and dental benefits.
• Support for Top Secret Clearance sponsorship.
• Comprehensive training programs.
• Discounts on higher education.

Inter‑Con Security Systems, Inc. is an affirmative action employer who provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, disabled individuals, and other protected groups. License PPO# 6822