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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Woodland Hills, CA
Woodland Hills, California

About this job

Allied Universal provides unparalleled service, systems and solutions to the people and business of our communities, and is North America’s leading security services provider. Allied Universal, North America’s leading security services provider, is experiencing tremendous growth. For all full-time positions, we offer medical, dental, vision, flex spending, 401K, an anniversary bonus, and an on-the-spot recognition program.? We promote from within our company!?You can start with little, to no, security experience and become one of Allied Universal’s many success stories.

Apply to join the LARGEST SECURITY COMPANY in the United States!

Job Description

The Professional Security Officer-Fire Fighter is the heart of Allied Universal Services. Our officers allow us to accomplish our company’s core purpose which is “to serve, secure and care for the people and businesses in our communities”. They are responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. The security officer is a deterrent to criminal activity by remaining visible and presenting a neat and professional appearance in properly worn uniform and associated equipment.

The Security Officer may be asked to perform many essential functions at the facility where they work, although not an exhaustive list, these are a few of them:

Respond to : All emergency fire and security alarms, medical emergencies, haz mat incidents, and requests for service.

Fire operations : Building inspections, fire extinguisher inspection and maintenance, inspection and testing fire systems, approve welding operations (hot work permits), fire hydrant testing, PA system testing, Fire engine operations, minor vehicle maintenance, water leaks.

Basic Job Responsibilities:
  • Inspect Weekly - public areas, hallways, stairwells, assembly areas, meeting rooms, cafeterias, coffee shops and kitchens, industrial areas, garage and health facility.
  • Inspect Quarterly - All offices and work areas.
  • Inspect Daily - All graphic annunciator panels & network fire alarm systems, stairwell exits and follows the techniques as prescribed in post orders.
  • Assist the Site Focal with emergency training for “floor wardens”.
  • Participate in Fire and Life Safety systems testing, to include month end testing,
    scheduled weekly and daily testing, acceptance testing, for new systems and
    testing of repaired or upgraded systems to ensure that they function to meet the
    design specification and are code compliant.
  • Assist in investigations of safety and fire incidents and prepare USIR reports after each incident.
  • Assist in Fire and Life Safety training for new security officers.
  • Prepare and submit reports on results of the various inspections and tests as
    required.
  • Assist in coordinating and conducting Emergency Evacuation/Shelter-In-Place Emergency & Fire Safety Plan.
  • Perform such other duties as required by the site focal.
Items to be inspected by the Fire Protection Specialist
  • FIRE EXTINGUISHERS IN PUBLIC AREAS
  • EXITS
  • STORAGE
  • STROBES/SPEAKERS, FIRE BELLS AND PULL STATIONS
  • HEAT AND SMOKE DETECTORS
  • ELECTRICAL/TELEPHONE/NCR CLOSETS
  • PUBLIC ASSEMBLY AREAS
  • INDUSTRIAL AREAS
  • GARAGES
  • WORK SPACE
  • SPRINKLER SYSTEM AND FIRE PUMP
  • ELEVATORS
Basic Qualifications :
  • Wildland certifications: s-110, s-130, s-190
  • Experience in working with Fire Life Safety and Security Monitoring Systems
  • Hazardous Materials certifications: First Responder Operations (FRO) within a year / Hazwoper
  • Operational certification
  • EMT
  • CPR (Health Care Provider)
  • Valid Drivers License
  • Guard Card
  • Bloodborn Pathogens
  • Effective organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Strong written and oral communications skills
  • Ability to conceptualize and analyze problems; identify problems and provide clear concise solutions
  • Be self-motivated and possess a strong initiative and follow through ability.
  • Ability to work in a team-oriented environment as well as working independently
  • Must be a team player and responsive to the needs of the other team members of the Security Management Team and the operational needs, goals and objectives of GSDCS
  • Be competent in the use of all aspects of Microsoft Office Suite products
  • Key Competencies: Integrity, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, Time Management, Customer Focus, Timely Decision Making, Drive for Results, Building Effective and Performing Teams, Learning on the Fly.
Closing

Allied Universal provides unparalleled service, systems and solutions to the people and business of our communities, and is North America’s leading security services provider. With over 140,000 employees, Allied Universal delivers high-quality, tailored solutions, which allows clients to focus on their core business.

We proudly support the Veteran Jobs Mission, a group of over 200 companies that have committed to collectively hiring a total of one million military veterans.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
Allied Universal Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

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