Armed Utility Officer

Summary: Guards industrial or commercial property against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry by performing the following duties. Duties may include the following; other duties may be assigned by the Operations Manager or Branch General Manager: u2022 Trained and qualified to work multiple posts, in case of call-offs or vacations; u2022 Patrols, periodically, buildings and grounds of industrial plants or commercial establishments, docks, logging camp area, or work site; u2022 Patrols lobbies, corridors, and public rooms, confers with management, interviews guests and employees, and interrogates persons to detect infringements and investigate disturbances, complaints, thefts, vandalisms, and accidents; u2022 Patrols public areas to detect fires, unsafe conditions, and missing or inoperative safety equipment; u2022 Examines doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure; u2022 Performs and sets thermostatic controls to maintain specified temperatures in buildings or cold storage rooms; u2022 Registers at watch stations to record time of inspection trips; u2022 Inspects assigned areas and records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, and malfunctioning of machinery or equipment, for use of supervisory staff; u2022 Watches for and reports irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and security doors left unlocked;u2022 Warns violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles, and apprehends or expels persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts; u2022 Notifies staff of presence of persons with questionable reputations; u2022 Permits authorized persons and regulate vehicle/pedestrian traffic at plant entrance to maintain orderly flow. u2022 Drives radio equipped car to through client's establishment, check alarms and locates sources of alarm; u2022 Sounds alarm or calls police or fire department by telephone in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons;u2022 Assists management and enforcement officers in emergency situations. u2022 Apprehends unauthorized persons found on property, using armed force if necessary, and releases them to custody of authorities. u2022 Contacts supervisor by radio or telephone to report irregularities and obtain further instructions. u2022 Writes investigation and automobile usage reports To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be available to work all schedules and shifts and be available to work on short notice for call-offs. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos using the English language. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet programs, Word Processing software and other software as required. Where applicable: State Security Officer License; Certification in the use of weapons, State Armed License if required; Valid Drivers' License, if in driving position; CPR/AED/First Aid Certification may be needed. Ability to pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Vehicle operators must be at least 25 years of age and have a driving record with no more than one moving violation. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus and ability to see and distinguish basic colors #securityofficer Pay Rate $23.50u2014$23.50 USD We offer every employee u2014 from executive managers to administrative support to security professionals u2014 unique and generous benefits, as well as opportunities for career growth. So if youu2019re ready to embark on a meaningful career with one of the nationu2019s most dynamic and fastest growing security companies, apply with Walden Security today.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans status, or disability. EOE / AAP Employer / Minorities / Females / Vet / Disabled. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Created: 2025-10-06