Monitoring Station Surveillance Officer; Part-Time

Trinity Industries, Inc. Corporate Security Department

is searching for a talented team player to fill the open position of Central Monitoring Station Surveillance Officer in our Dallas, Texas based Security Monitoring Center. This is a Part-Time position. We welcome your ideas and your outstanding work ethic. The part-time Central Monitoring Station Surveillance Officer performs various duties related to central security monitoring station operations.

• Monday: 10PM-6AM
• Thursday: 10PM-6AM
• Sat: 6PM-10PM
• Sun: 10AM-6PM

• Remote video-based monitoring of facilities for the detection of and response to unauthorized intrusions and other critical incidents
• Monitoring of web-based application for early detection of severe weather that may impact facilities so that rapid notification may be made for the protection of personnel
• Remote support of emergencies and critical incidents to facilitate evacuation and public safety response
• Performs remote access control duties to provide access to personnel who have satisfied requirements for access to controlled/restricted areas
• Operates multiple computer-based platforms related to video surveillance and electronic access controls
• Performs ongoing monitoring of systems and equipment. Troubleshoots systems problems and reports systems deficiencies for on-site maintenance, as required
• Conducts research of recorded video events and access e vents in support of official inquires and investigations

• Minimum educational requirement – high school diploma (or equivalent) required
• Prior central monitoring station / security operations center experience preferred but not required
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to interface effectively with individuals of all levels
• Work shift work, as required, for 24/7/365 operational coverage
• Concentrate attention to the evaluation of video-based alerts and determine response requirements in accordance with established
• Effectively communicate in the English language, both verbally and in writing, in support of routine central monitoring station operations
• Function under stressful conditions to effectively initiate and support public safety agency responses to criminal intrusions and other critical incidents
• Sit for long periods while maintaining focus and concentration
• Possess computer competencies necessary to utilize various common computer applications (e.g., MS Outlook, MS Word) and to quickly learn to use relevant MS Windows and web-based security systems and weather monitoring applications