Armed Security Guard; Level III Weslaco Tx

Armed Security Guard (Level III Weslaco, TX)

Weslaco, TX 78596 - full time

Summary of Job: A Security Guard comprises the base element of security services. General duties and responsibilities include providing security services to a variety of clients. These duty posts include Federal government, manufacturing and distribution facilities, schools and colleges, religious institutions, retail sites and any other fixed or temporary location as needed or required.

• Protect property and lives.
• Monitor entrance/egress of property.
• Identify visitors and ask for appropriate documentation.
• Guard against theft and maintain security.
• Respond to alarms and calls of distress.
• Complete accurate daily & incident reports by recording observations, information, occurrences and surveillance activities.
• Prevent passage of prohibited vehicles into restricted areas.
• Prevent access to unauthorized persons.
• Inspect and adjust security systems, equipment, and machinery to ensure operational use.
• Regulate and monitor building systems.
• Inspect windows and doors to ensure locks are in place and working.
• Complete all required security logs.
• Communicate effectively with client management, employees, and visitors.

• Must have a High School diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and legally possess a firearm.
• Can operate a firearm, pass firearms qualification courses and can receive appropriate licensures (TX DPS Level III).
• Maintain professionalism and ability to wear a uniform neatly and correctly.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service verbally and in writing.
• Must have the ability to be alert and appropriately deal with escalated and crisis/emergency situations.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to operate a computer and other security devices.
• Depending on the client and state, must be able to obtain required training and licensures.

Expectations include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

EOE/M/F/VET/Disabilities Employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Priority referrals for protected veterans. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.