Security Officer - Tacoma, WA - Full-time

American Corporate Security is seeking qualified security professionals to work in TACOMA , WA 

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JOB ID : Marine Terminal Security Officer - Union 2016-1297

Schedule: Full Time - Shifts Vary (Day: 7am-3pm/ 8am-4pm, Swing: 3pm-11pm/4pm-12am, Grave: 11pm-7am/12am-8am)

Compensation: $11.75 -13.30/ per hour

QUALIFICATIONS:

-Must obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential "TWIC" before your first day of work. Please enroll now. After you enroll, The enrollment center will give you a TWIC receipt which will be required to start work. Click on the following link for more info & enrollment instructions:



-Must be 18 Years of Age or Older;
-High School Diploma or Equivalent
-Security or Law Enforcement experience preferred;
-Union Membership must be obtained within 60 days of hire;
-Must have a valid driver license and a clear driving record;
-Must maintain a valid Washington DOL Security Guard License ("Guard Card") (We issue temporary licenses)
-Ability to understand and follow standard operating procedures;
-Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and appearance;
-Required to observe all safety and health requirements for container terminal environment;
-Must be able to work in rotating shifts, days, evenings, and nights


Duties include but are not limited to...
Performing security patrols on foot and while operating a motor vehicle;
Open and close rail gates only after approval is received from post management personnel, if available;
Complete train and/or vessel arrival and departure reports;
Check perimeter fencing to ensure that it meets all criteria listed in the post security plan;
Check all facility doors and gates to ensure they are secure and pose no security or safety threat;
Direct traffic in all areas as directed;
Investigate and document all perimeter alarms;
Transport visitors as needed, including operation of the shuttle bus;
Open and close doors as needed;
Relieve other guards as needed;
Complete daily activity log, noting areas of concern and incidents that occur;
Performs other duties as assigned.


Our vision is to be recognized as the "Employer of Choice" in the markets that we serve. We treat our employees as clients, and provide them with the finest in benefit and compensation packages. They in turn, value their jobs and better serve our clients. Our employees have a vested interest in their jobs, and thus have established a benchmark for quality service.This position is under the direct supervision of the Lead Officer (who reports to the Post Commander) for assigned shift of the Security Department and is responsible for the protection, safeguarding, and security of property, personnel, customers and all visitors.