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Security Engineers, Inc
Truck Gate Security Officer-1st Shift
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What they do
A Security Officer provides security for property at hospitals, hotels, warehouses or office buildings. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.
$34,478 / year median in Alabama
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Truck Gate Security Officer-1st Shift 1st Shift
- (This is a Temp position until Labor Day)
- Monday-Friday (6am-2pm ) Role Overview Security Engineers is seeking dedicated Unarmed Patrol Security Officers to help maintain safe and secure environments for our clients.
- Must have or be able to obtain a Valid Security Officer/Guard License as required by the state licensing authority
- Valid driver's license from state of residence
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Duties & Responsibilities Patrol & Surveillance
- Conduct walking and vehicle patrols to identify and report safety concerns
- Monitor access points; verify IDs and credentials
- Monitor surveillance systems for threats or suspicious activity Incident Response & Reporting
- Respond to alarms, emergencies, and incidents per protocol
- Maintain accurate logs of activities and incidents
- Perform routine security tasks (e.g., locking/unlocking doors) Customer Service & Policy Enforcement
- Assist visitors and employees professionally
- Enforce site-specific Post Orders and security protocols
- Ensure compliance with SEI and client policies (e.g., smoking, loitering, parking) Required Skills & Abilities Minimum
- Ability to perform in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
- Weekend availability
- Strong situational awareness and problem-solving skills
- Ability to remain calm and effective in critical situations
- Basic computer skills; ability to use tablets for reporting Preferred
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite Physical Requirements (subject to change based on client-specific needs)
- Stand/sit for at least 1 hour without break
- Walk a minimum of ½ mile without stopping
- Climb at least 20 commercial facility stairs without stopping Education & Experience Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent No prior experience required Preferred 1+ years verifiable Military, Law Enforcement or Security Experience 2+ years of verifiable customer service experience