Non-Commissioned Professional Security Officer Needed- Downtown Austin

Non-Commissioned Professional Security Officer Needed- Downtown Austin The Security / Patrol Guard safeguards property by patrolling the premises and monitoring for theft, violence, safety issues, and/or disturbances through observation and reporting. The primary responsibility of the position is to deter crime through an authoritative presence. This position requires at least three years of Security Experience, and Prior law Enforcement, Military experience preferred. SECURITY OFFICER / SECURITY GUARD JOB REQUIREMENTS • Successfully complete minimum Level II Security training through a school licensed by the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau (PSB), PRIORITY GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WITH ACTIVE NON-COMMISSIONED SECURITY REGISTRATION. • Must be at least 18 years of age • Able to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing • Customer service orientation • Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle crisis situations • Critical thinking and sound judgment • Visual acuity and hearing ability to observe and otherwise obtain information from all relevant sources • Ability to perform general physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and/or moving the entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, sitting, standing for long periods of time, and handling of materials. SECURITY OFFICER / SECURITY GUARD DUTIES • Provide a visual security presence • Conduct regular rounds of industrial, commercial or residential premises to deter and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows and gates • Perform checks on windows, doors, gates, stairwells, fire exits, mechanical rooms and other areas as assigned by client or that a trespasser may use to gain illegal access, and insure that they are properly secure • Inspect equipment if required to ascertain that tampering has not occurred and/or is in working order as noted in the post orders • Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences including standing water or fire hazards, failure indicators on mechanical or electrical equipment, and temperature controls • Respond to alarms and report disturbances • Contact police, paramedics or fire departments in cases of emergency • Contact Property Manager as appropriate per customer protocols • Inform persons of rule infractions or violations such as loitering, smoking, carrying forbidden articles • Assist in evacuation buildings in case of emergency • Control crowds as required by job site • Other duties as assigned by supervisor or required by contract with customer based on their individual security needs Join the guard company that specializes in Texas! Our name says it all - GuardTexas. We have been committed to serving the great state of Texas since 1976, providing security officers to clients across industries including commercial real estate, construction, retail, and residential communities. Our private ownership and deep Texas roots give us the flexibility to plan and provide growth not found in smaller or international companies. We are a certified security guard trainer and train our hires free of charge to help you obtain your license.