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DK Security, Inc

Construction Security Lead Officer

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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.

$36,991 / year median in Michigan

-14% projected decline

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Job Description

Construction Security Lead Officer
  • Must Have Valid Driver's License & and reliable vehicle
  • This position oversees security officers assigned to work at various construction yards for our state's critical energy infrastructure.
PERKS:
Pay Rate:
$ 18.60/ hour Benefits (eligibility requirements apply): medical, dental, vision, life insurance, group accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, and paid medical leave.
CURRENT OPENING
Full-Time:
Core Hours will be 1st shift or 2nd shift, start times may vary.
On-Call:
Leads are obligated to respond to incidents on sites 24/7. This includes finding someone to cover any missed shifts or covering the shift themselves.
LOCATION
Detroit, MI and surrounding area.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
As an unarmed Security Officer at DK Security, your duties are determined by the client location.
Some responsibilities may include:
Access Control
  • Ensure only authorized individuals are given access to the site. This could be based on appointments, ID cards, etc. Patrolling
  • Walk the interior and/or exterior of the various buildings on the site, keeping an eye out for security, safety, or maintenance issues. Camera Monitoring
  • Monitor CCTV for safety and security concerns across the site. Customer Service
  • Always enforce rules and policies through de-escalation techniques and ensuring quality customer service in every interaction. Site Supervision
  • Oversee and coach other members of the DK Security team at the various sites, including scheduling, submitting timesheets for payroll, team-building, communication with the corporate scheduler and operations manager, initial disciplinary action, and on-site training. SUCCESS as a Security Officer at DK Security will look like: Reliability
  • Report for your shift on time, presentable, and in the prescribed uniform. Following Company and Client Policies
  • Be able to read and interpret written post guidelines, follow procedures as outlined and ensure all tasks are completed throughout the shift. Use of De-escalation Techniques
  • Being able to defuse situations through verbal judo and other communication tactics.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 18 years of age or older. Must have either a high school diploma or GED equivalent. May NOT have any felony convictions and must be able to pass a criminal background check in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Must be able to successfully pass a drug test at the time of hire and randomly thereafter. Must present a friendly, positive, and professional image. Must possess excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Intermediate computer skills required
  • Comfortable with Microsoft Office, Email, Internet, and able to learn new software.
Must be willing to become CPR/1st Aide/AED Certified Must have your own reliable vehicle to travel to and from various job sites between Detroit and Metro Detroit sites. Must have your own vehicle and a valid Driver's License with a good driving record . (Required for driving sites) Less than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years Less than 2 at-fault accidents in the last 3 years No other major violations in the last 3 years.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to sit, stand or walk for the duration of the shift, including walking long distances, and possibly up and down stairs Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds Must be readily able to respond to emergency situations Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. IND1 DK Security is Michigan's fastest growing security company. Established in 1995, we began as an investigations firm and quickly expanded to provide uniform security, event staff security, loss prevention services, and much more based on the needs of our clients. DK Security can provide you an opportunity to grow, develop and meet new people in a professional setting. We offer you the opportunity to enjoy the atmosphere of working on a team in a position that serves a critical purpose. DK has earned a reputable name in the security industry thanks to our outstanding officers that work in the field, and we cannot wait to have you join our team!