Gate Security Officer: bp Cherry Point Refinery

Overview

Under direct supervision of the Security Sergeant, the Gate Security Officer provides protection of work sites, personnel, and assets from trespassing, unauthorized entry, and other disruptive incidents. Performing access control at a perimeter vehicle access gate (traffic booth) is the core function of the position.

The Gate Security Officer is a full-time position that works 12-hour Day shifts which alternate from Mon-Thur, then Mon-Fri every other week. There are times when employees may be asked to work on days where they are scheduled off. A base pay period (2-weeks) earns 80 regular hours, combined with 28 hours of overtime pay. Other opportunities for additional pay are available to include refinery turnaround periods and covering open shifts as needed.

Applicable security license and fingerprinting fees will be paid by the employer.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Must possess a TWIC card or able to obtain.
• Must possess a Washington State Security Guard License or able to obtain.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to speak, write and comprehend the English language, and apply written and verbal policy and procedures.
• Must be able to successfully pass company pre-employment requirements that includes a drug test, criminal background check, driving abstract, and a physical/FCE.
• Important:
  To be considered, you must submit an online application AND attach a resume.

• Experience in a customer service-related field.
• Previous experience in a security, law enforcement, fire service (paid or volunteer), military, or corrections field.

• Primarily performs access control functions and verifies individuals are authorized to enter the facility.
• Perform searches of vehicles and delivery trucks.
• Processes visitors and escorts for deliveries.
• Operates gate traffic barriers to prevent unauthorized entry of vehicles.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and situational awareness in a safe manner.
• Ability to monitor all activity within view for safety hazards and suspicious or unusual activity.
• Observe, recall, and distinguish characteristics of persons, suspects, vehicles, locations, or property.
• Observes and confronts suspicious persons, reports situations immediately, and takes action as appropriate.
• Effectively and coherently initiates or responds to communication using a two-way radio or telephone.
• Utilize clear and appropriate communication skills when interacting with people.
• Comprehend, evaluate, and correctly respond to information received.
• Complete detailed daily logs and forms that includes using shared applications on computer systems.
• Gather information and reduce the results of investigative findings into written form (reports or statements) so as to clearly and accurately reflect the information obtained.
• Exercise sound judgment in determining appropriate action to be taken during changing situations.
• Maintain composure and control when encountering a hostile person or situation.
• Remains courteous and professional.
• Performs duties during the day or night, in a variety of settings, environments, and varying weather conditions.

This position earns $19.73/hour (straight time) and is eligible to earn overtime. A base pay period (2-weeks) earns 80 hours at the straight time.