Position: Armed Security Officer (2nd and 3rd Shift)
Availability: Must have open availability, including weekends.
Compensation: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour, based on experience.
Job Type: Full-time **
** Experience:
Licenses/Certifications Required:
About Us:
Join the leader in American security at Cambridge Security. We have an immediate opening for a Security Officer. As a member of our team, you will conduct armed foot and/or vehicle patrols (both interior and exterior), control access and egress, monitor CCTV and alarm systems, compose reports, deter criminal activity and misconduct, and perform other duties as specified in the post orders.
Benefits:
As a full-time employee, you will enjoy:
- Major Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Industry-leading Training
- Employee discount program through Work Perks
- FREE UNIFORMS with no deposit required
Responsibilities:
Specific Duties and Essential Functions:
- Conduct security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle
- Monitor for any irregular or unusual conditions that may pose security concerns or safety hazards
- Sound alarms or notify authorities in case of fire or unauthorized individuals
- Enforce rules and regulations, warning violators of infractions
- Grant access to authorized individuals and monitor entrances and exits
- Investigate and document accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities
- Provide assistance to customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
Ideal Candidate Requirements:
Education, Licenses, and Certifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current armed security officer license issued by the State of Florida, Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
- Successful completion of a mental health assessment
Experience:
- Verifiable work history
Skills Required:
- Effective oral and written communication
- Active listening
- Ability to assess and evaluate situations
- Attention to detail
Other Requirements:
- Minimum age: 24 years old (for vehicle insurance purposes)
- U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- Flexible schedule availability
- Access to reliable transportation and must meet company driving requirements
- Successful completion of all required training
- Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors
- Cordial interaction and communication with the public
- Subject to drug screening (as permitted by law)
- Provide DD214 discharge document with discharge status indicated (if prior military)
Physical Requirements and Environment:
- Work in both indoor and outdoor environments with moderate to extreme temperatures
- Activities include walking, standing, speaking, listening, and observing
- Minimal to no stooping or kneeling required