Transit Security Guard

Job Details Job Location Houston (10760) - Houston, TX Salary Range $15.00 - $17.00 Hourly Job Shift Any Job Category Field Description Company Overview: Founded in 1973, Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is a leading US-owned security company, providing integrated security solutions to government and commercial customers on four continents. Inter-Con remains under family ownership and control and operates as the industry leader in the field of customized, high-requirement security solutions. Inter-Con employs over 25,000 security officer personnel world-wide, trained and managed by a team of professionals with unsurpassed military, law enforcement, and security experience. Inter-Con is Everywhere Security Matters. Why Work at Inter-Con? Passion:Inter-Con is a thriving company that is passionate about its products and people. Joining the Inter-Con family is an opportunity for growth and career advancement in an environment that truly cares for its employees. By joining the Inter-Con family, you're working with the best to build a safer future. People:Inter-Con is more than a company, it's an alumni base. We believe in positioning the right people in the right place to help them achieve their long-term aspirations for career growth. We have transitioned thousands of security officers into successful careers in law enforcement, government services, foreign affairs and many more. Your career success drives our success. Benefits:Inter-Con offers excellent full-time and part-time benefits that include: flexible scheduling to accommodate lifestyle commitments, vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, sponsorship for Top Secret Clearance, comprehensive training, discounts on higher education and much more. Partner with us to begin a journey that begins with a commitment and leads to a career of a lifetime. Stand out. Be proud. Be Inter-Con Employment Opportunity At Inter-Con we take pride in providing customized security solutions for our clients.As an Unarmed Security Officer, you will be part of a security team that supports critical facilities and infrastructure, public venues that requiresan enhanced presence and assetprotective services. This positionan integral part of the broad spectrum of specialized security services Inter-Con provides its clients every day. Specific benefits include: Competitive Pay Recognition and Reward Programs. Training and Career Development. Opportunities for Medical, dental, Holidays, vacation and sick, and 401 (k) retirement plan. Uniform and equipment provided Additional benefits vary depending on position. Security personnel are to be certified and trained and will be assigned a variety of standing, sitting and walking posts. Some officer's primary responsibilities will include management and operation of all SOC equipment and may assume elements of shift supervision. SOC operators must be able to perform all Security Officer duties. Expected Duties and Responsibilities include but may not be limited to: Familiarity with the assigned post and assigned duties. Responds to all orders from the Security Operations Center. Monitors all access control related duties to include the maintenance of client visitor management. Monitors all activities at their assigned site through foot patrol or video surveillance/Alarm monitoring. Screens visitors. Executes the reporting and record keeping related to security operations. Maintains adherence to General and Standard Operating Procedures. Maintains inventory control and maintenance of security related equipment and systems. Handles emergencies and critical incidents such as trespassers, fire, medical situations, potential threats, and other emergency situations. Ensures proper safety management of facilities related issues. Conducts timely patrols and appropriately challenges unauthorized personnel. Communicates status and response with the Security Operations Center. Processes, inspects, and arranges essential mail/packages when assigned. Ensures proper direction and routing of incoming calls to appropriate personnel. Handles all inquiries within capacity. Maintains confidentiality and assures discreet handling in all aspects of business. Works collaboratively with other estate personnel. Qualifications Qualifications: Must be mentally alert and capable of exercising good judgment, implementing instructions, and assimilating necessary specialized training. Must have the ability to speak, read and write the English language. Must have the ability to understand and carry out oral and written direction and write accurate and clear reports Must be able to monitor environmental and electronic security systems. Basic Requirements: Must successfully pass a preemployment drug screen examination. The screen must have the ability to detect the use of: marijuana, cocaine, heroin, amphetamines, opiates, and benzodiazepines. Must complete training in Security and Emergency Procedures, Crowd Control, Irate/Hostile individual and Public Relations Must undergo training in matters of state policy regarding drug awareness, sexual harassment, workplace violence, discrimination, and prohibition of the use of equipment. Must undergo formal training, if necessary. Education & Experience: Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent Licensing, Permits & Certifications: If driving is a requirement for the assignment, a validDriver License is mandatory. Guard Registration card Physical & Mental Requirements: Must be fully capable of performing the full range of security work requiring moderate to arduous physical exertion under either normal or emergency conditions. Exhibit good general health without physical defects or abnormalities which would interfere with the performance of duties under the contract Veterans Inter-Con is passionate about hiring veterans. In fact, we've hired thousands of veterans over the years and plan to keep hiring as many as we can. If you are veteran in search of a rewarding career among a team that holds an affinity for those who served as well as values your success and growth within our organization, please take a moment to review our website for all our extensive opportunities. Visit www.icsecurity.com/careers/. Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is an affirmative action employer who provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups. 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