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Per Mar Security Services

Residential Park Armed Security Officer $21-26 (CHI SO)

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What they do

An Armed Security Officer provides security for property at hospitals, hotels, warehouses or office buildings. Have a license to carry a weapon ranging from a club to a firearm. 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.

$41,381 / year median in Illinois

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Summary Per Mar Security Services Job Posting Work with the best! Per Mar Security, an industry leader in providing integrated security solutions, is seeking hardworking, motivated people. Established in 1953, Per Mar Security Services is the largest, family-owned, full-service security company in the Midwest with more than 2,600 team members, operating in 25 branch locations. The company provides full-service security solutions for homes and businesses, including security officer services, smart home automation, burglar and fire alarms, access control, security cameras, alarm monitoring, investigative services, and background checks. Job Skills / Requirements Security Officers serve as a safeguard to the client's premises and a customer service representative, providing escort for vendors and visitors, conducting foot patrols, restricting access as required, and providing general security for the facility. This position is unarmed and not authorized to carry any weapons, ammunition or other protective gear and devices.
Pay:
$21-26 hour
Shift:
2nd Shift. Part Time. Must be available to work weekends. In this role, you will: Stand guard in a retail setting, directing visitors, issuing access badges, and providing escorts as necessary. Log visitor data and other basic reports in the security computer system. Conduct foot patrols in accordance with post orders. Respond to alarms and emergencies as directed in post orders. Look for and report potential safety hazards. Wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as outlined for the position and follow all PPE policies and procedures. Follow all client site-specific duties, as required and outlined in post-orders. Work additional hours when necessary - fill open shifts, as needed. Adhere to the highest standards of ethical business conduct and compliance by acting lawfully, ethically, honestly and professionally in the performance of their jobs at all times as well as be in compliance with company policy and procedures as it relates to their job function. Assume responsibility for understanding and complying with Per Mar Security Services attendance expectations. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by interacting with the Per Mar Security Services internal/external customers (including, but not limited to: current customers, prospective customers, clients, vendors, co-workers, supervisors and management. What you'll need: High School Diploma or GED. State Security Officer License FOID Valid driver's license and a good driving record. Technical training or college education in the related field (preferred) Previous experience as a security officer (preferred) Must possess the values important to Per Mar Security - Integrity, Communication, Excellent Service, and Accountability. Education Requirements (All) High School Diploma/GED Certification Requirements (All) Permanent Employee Registration Card 20 hour basic training Additional Information /
Benefits Benefits:
Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401K/403b Plan Job Description Per Mar Security Services Job Posting Work with the best! Per Mar Security, an industry leader in providing integrated security solutions, is seeking hardworking, motivated people. Established in 1953, Per Mar Security Services is the largest, family-owned, full-service security company in the Midwest with more than 2,600 team members, operating in 25 branch locations. The company provides full-service security solutions for homes and businesses, including security officer services, smart home automation, burglar and fire alarms, access control, security cameras, alarm monitoring, investigative services, and background checks. Job Skills / Requirements Security Officers serve as a safeguard to the client's premises and a customer service representative, providing escort for vendors and visitors, conducting foot patrols, restricting access as required, and providing general security for the facility. This position is unarmed and not authorized to carry any weapons, ammunition or other protective gear and devices.
Pay:
$21-26 hour
Shift:
2nd Shift. Part Time. Must be available to work weekends. In this role, you will: Stand guard in a retail setting, directing visitors, issuing access badges, and providing escorts as necessary. Log visitor data and other basic reports in the security computer system. Conduct foot patrols in accordance with post orders. Respond to alarms and emergencies as directed in post orders. Look for and report potential safety hazards. Wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as outlined for the position and follow all PPE policies and procedures. Follow all client site-specific duties, as required and outlined in post-orders. Work additional hours when necessary - fill open shifts, as needed. Adhere to the highest standards of ethical business conduct and compliance by acting lawfully, ethically, honestly and professionally in the performance of their jobs at all times as well as be in compliance with company policy and procedures as it relates to their job function. Assume responsibility for understanding and complying with Per Mar Security Services attendance expectations. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by interacting with the Per Mar Security Services internal/external customers (including, but not limited to: current customers, prospective customers, clients, vendors, co-workers, supervisors and management. What you'll need: High School Diploma or GED. State Security Officer License FOID Valid driver's license and a good driving record. Technical training or college education in the related field (preferred) Previous experience as a security officer (preferred) Must possess the values important to Per Mar Security - Integrity, Communication, Excellent Service, and Accountability. Education Requirements (All) High School Diploma/GED Certification Requirements (All) Permanent Employee Registration Card 20 hour basic training Additional Information /
Benefits Benefits:
Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401K/403b Plan