Port Security (Guard)
Los Angeles, United StatesCompany
Inner Parish Security Corporation
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time and Part-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
Port Security Officer
Inner Parish Security Corporation (IPSC) is recruiting professional Port Security Officers with excellent customer service and security skills to join our highly regarded team. We have immediate job openings and can assist you in the LA Security Guard Licensing and Training process. Pay rate: $16.00/hr, paid weekly!
Requirements:
Current TWIC card required. Must have an open availability. For driving positions, candidates must be at least 25 years of age, have a valid Driver's License, and have a clean Driving Record.
Job duties include:
Performing both regular and random patrols of multiple premises. Reporting any security-related incidents, hazards or unusual occurrences. When necessary, performing control procedures. Operating emergency equipment. Documenting nightly operations and filing weekly reports. Investigating breaches of property.
Additional requirements:
Excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills. Sound communication skills. Professional presentation. Ability to work as a team member and solo. Reliable transport. Active cellphone. Ability to pass a drug screen.
Physical and mental job requirements:
Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read and interpret written information. Ability to drive a motor vehicle if required. Ability to detect and identify sounds relevant to emergencies. Ability to walk, run, stand, climb, sit. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. waist high, if required. Good mental health and ability to make decisions instantly on the event of an emergency. Ability to meet the physical and mental requirements of the state(s) to be licensed by the state to perform Security Guard / Security Officer work. Ability to work outside and not be afraid to get a little dirty. No fear of heights or working around water. No fear of animals or loud noises. Ok with crossing over water and looking over the sides of docks to verify barge and ship numbers.
Accommodations to the above will be considered and offered when possible. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Short Term Disability, Accident; Critical Illness; Daily Pay
This job reports to the Operations Manager. This is a Full and Part-Time position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, Weekends.
Number of openings for this position: 3
Inner Parish Security Corporation (IPSC) is recruiting professional Port Security Officers with excellent customer service and security skills to join our highly regarded team. We have immediate job openings and can assist you in the LA Security Guard Licensing and Training process. Pay rate: $16.00/hr, paid weekly!
Requirements:
Current TWIC card required. Must have an open availability. For driving positions, candidates must be at least 25 years of age, have a valid Driver's License, and have a clean Driving Record.
Job duties include:
Performing both regular and random patrols of multiple premises. Reporting any security-related incidents, hazards or unusual occurrences. When necessary, performing control procedures. Operating emergency equipment. Documenting nightly operations and filing weekly reports. Investigating breaches of property.
Additional requirements:
Excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills. Sound communication skills. Professional presentation. Ability to work as a team member and solo. Reliable transport. Active cellphone. Ability to pass a drug screen.
Physical and mental job requirements:
Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read and interpret written information. Ability to drive a motor vehicle if required. Ability to detect and identify sounds relevant to emergencies. Ability to walk, run, stand, climb, sit. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. waist high, if required. Good mental health and ability to make decisions instantly on the event of an emergency. Ability to meet the physical and mental requirements of the state(s) to be licensed by the state to perform Security Guard / Security Officer work. Ability to work outside and not be afraid to get a little dirty. No fear of heights or working around water. No fear of animals or loud noises. Ok with crossing over water and looking over the sides of docks to verify barge and ship numbers.
Accommodations to the above will be considered and offered when possible. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Short Term Disability, Accident; Critical Illness; Daily Pay
This job reports to the Operations Manager. This is a Full and Part-Time position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, Weekends.
Number of openings for this position: 3
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