Security Guard

Company Overview

Founded in 1973, Inter‑Con Security Systems, Inc. is a leading US‑owned security company, providing integrated security solutions to government and commercial customers on four continents. Inter‑Con remains under family ownership and control and operates as the industry leader in the field of customized, high‑requirement security solutions. Inter‑Con employs over 25,000 security officer personnel worldwide, trained and managed by a team of professionals with unsurpassed military, law enforcement, and security experience.

As an Unarmed Security Officer, you will be part of a security team that supports critical facilities and infrastructure, public venues that require an enhanced presence and asset protective services. This position is an integral part of the broad spectrum of specialized security services Inter‑Con provides its clients every day.

• Competitive Pay
• Recognition and Reward Programs
• Training and Career Development
• Opportunities for Medical, Dental, Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave, and 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Uniform and Equipment Provided
• Additional benefits vary depending on the position

• Maintain high visibility as a visual deterrent to crime
• Answer routine questions for directions and handle minor problems
• Monitor the entry and exit of personnel at Client Agency facilities
• Observe and immediately report situations to the appropriate personnel and/or emergency services via telephone, radio or any other means possible
• Immediately contact local law enforcement or emergency personnel by calling 911 (or 9‑11 from a state phone) in the case of assault, burglary, robbery, vandalism, suspicious activities, serious injury or illness (e.g., heart attack, seizure, fire or smoke)
• Inspect facilities to ensure doors, windows, roofs and lights are secure and not defective
• Note any areas where staff is working after hours
• Report any accidents or injuries
• Report electrical outages, broken pipes, smashed windows and notify the proper department to make repairs immediately
• Protect state property and deter theft by physical presence while making security checks throughout Client Agency facilities
• Report unusual conditions to the proper personnel, including law enforcement
• Maintain security logs, write incident reports, and notify the appropriate Client Agency personnel

• Mentally alert and capable of exercising good judgment, following instructions, and assimilating necessary specialized training
• Ability to speak, read and write in English
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written direction and write accurate and clear reports
• Ability to monitor environmental and electronic security systems

• Successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen examination within six (6) months prior to assignment and present the results for inspection
• Complete training in Security and Emergency Procedures, Crowd Control, Irate/Hostile Individual and Public Relations
• Complete training on state policy regarding drug awareness, sexual harassment, workplace violence, discrimination, and prohibition of equipment use
• Successfully complete training for operating electronic computer and/or alarm and communication systems
• Undergo formal training if necessary

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

• Valid California Driver’s License or a California Identification Card issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles and carry it in possession while on duty
• If driving is required, a valid California Driver License is mandatory
• Complete training in First Aid and CPR and maintain current certification while on duty at all times
• Guard Registration Card

• Fully capable of performing the full range of security work requiring moderate to arduous physical exertion under normal or emergency conditions
• Good general health without physical defects or abnormalities that would interfere with duties
• Good distance vision in each eye, correct to 20/30 on the Snellen chart; normal fields of vision, depth perception, close vision (correctable to Jaeger #4) and ability to distinguish basic colors
• Hearing loss not exceeding 30 decibels in both ears or 35 decibels in the poorer ear

Inter‑Con is passionate about hiring veterans. Thousands of veterans have been hired over the years, and the company continues to seek and support veterans as part of its workforce.

Inter‑Con Security Systems, Inc. is an affirmative action employer that provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.