Overnight Security Officer

About the Role

DK Security is seeking an Overnight Security Officer to play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of our clients' properties. Duties will vary depending on the specific contract, offering a diverse and challenging work environment. This is NOT an armed security position.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Service: Assist client staff, visitors, and coworkers, maintaining a positive and professional demeanor.
• Observe and Report: Stay alert for suspicious activities and incidents.
• Security Presence: Maintain a professional appearance and stand guard in and around building lobbies, reception areas, control centers, etc.
• Security Officer: Conduct foot and/or vehicle patrols of assigned areas.
• Access Control: Ensure unauthorized persons do not enter restricted areas, check employee and vendor IDs, and follow proper access procedures.
• Safety Patrol: Enforce policies and procedures, reporting any safety concerns.
• Emergency Response: Assist in emergencies, including administering CPR/First Aid/AED care and communicating with emergency personnel.
• Security Liaison: Maintain professional communication with client staff, follow through with client requests, and update the site supervisor/operations manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• No prior experience is required.
• Military veterans and individuals with experience in security, firefighting, department of corrections, or law enforcement are encouraged to apply.
• Shift: 2nd and 3rd shifts, weekends required.
• Rate of Pay: $17.00 - $18.00/hour.
• Weapons: Not permitted on the premises, including in personal vehicles parked on the premises.
• Able to use a smart mobile phone or computer to check emails and complete online training.
• Fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Professional and possess excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent personal integrity and a positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent education certification (GED).
• Must pass a drug screening (including for marijuana).
• Must not have been convicted of any felonies.
• Must not have been convicted of any misdemeanors related to dishonesty, fraud, impersonation of law enforcement, assault, weapons, unauthorized sale of information or evidence, controlled substances (including for marijuana), or two or more alcohol-related offenses.
• Able to sit, stand, and walk, including up and down stairs, for 8-12 hours at a time.
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certified (Child, Infant, and Adult), or willing to become certified and be physically capable of administering lifesaving care.
• Able to see clearly at least 20 feet away (assisted with glasses or contact lenses if necessary).
• Able to hear conversations in loud environments either in-person or via radio.
• Must complete required trainings on time and adhere to all client and company policies.