Site Security Officer

Join EKG Security, Inc. as a full-time Security Patrol Specialist in Opelika, AL, working in the Atlanta metro area, and become an essential part of a mission-driven team.

This vital full-time role offers $15.60 per hour
. We are committed to caring for our people, which is why, after just 90 days, you will receive robust benefits:
Medical insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, FREE uniforms, PAID vacations, and Incentive bonuses. Furthermore, you'll have access to continuous training, advancement opportunities, service awards, recognition, and flexible hours. This is an on-call position, requiring you to be available for 40 hours per week, but guarantees a minimum of 24 hours per week of scheduled work.

As an unarmed Security Patrol Specialist, you play a vital role in ensuring safety and professionalism. You conduct fixed and roving patrols across client properties, serving as a first-line ambassador. Your duties include observing, deterring, and reporting incidents while accurately documenting site activities. You enforce client procedures and maintain exceptional customer service, all while being prepared to respond quickly and calmly to critical situations.

• Valid driver's license
• High school diploma or GED
• 18+ years old or the minimum age required by the state
• Customer service experience
• 2+ years of security experience and/or military/LEO
• Authorization to legally work in the United States
• Great communication and customer service skills
• Knowledge to operate the radio, telephone, and console monitors
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills
• Access to reliable transportation that allows for short-notice response throughout the Atlanta Metro area
• Ability to work any shift, 24 hours per day, seven days per week, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to complete crisis prevention training and site-specific training before serving as a qualified security officer
• Ability to pass any state-required training or other qualifications for licensing
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs
• Ability to reach over your head with 10-25 lb loads
• Ability to walk up and down stairs, with loads up to 50 lbs
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods and use ladders
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (8+ hours)
• Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to work at a desk and use a keyboard

An associate's degree is preferred but not required!

At E.K.G Security, Inc., our dedicated team has been safeguarding clients and properties since 1992. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB), we specialize in crafting customized security solutions that address the unique needs of each client and community. We take pride in assembling a team of highly skilled professionals, including former law enforcement and military veterans, who uphold the highest standards of service.

Our commitment to offering competitive pay
, excellent benefits
, and ample growth opportunities has resulted in a turnover rate that is five times lower than the national average! Join us in our mission-driven environment that values your expertise and prioritizes your well-being.

Don't wait to advance your career! Our initial application for the Security Patrol Specialist position is mobile-friendly and simple-start your journey with EKG Security, Inc. today!

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