Pay & Schedule
- Pay: $20/hour
- Shift: Night Shift, 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM
- Rotation: 7 days on / 7 days off
Security Guard Key Responsibilities:
- Control access to the building and yard (employees, visitors, vendors, and drivers)
- Check IDs, verify appointments/dispatch information, and maintain visitor/vehicle logs
- Conduct scheduled and unscheduled foot/vehicle patrols of the interior and exterior (dock doors, gates, parking areas, perimeter)
- Monitor cameras, alarms, and other security systems; report suspicious activity immediately
- Enforce site safety and security procedures (badge compliance, restricted areas, no-trespass rules, etc.)
- Respond to incidents such as unauthorized entry, safety hazards, disturbances, medical events, or property damage
- Complete clear, accurate reports (shift logs, incident reports, inspection checklists)
- Communicate professionally with warehouse leadership, truck drivers, employees, and emergency responders as needed
- Support basic emergency procedures (evacuation support, contacting police/fire/EMS, securing the scene)
Security Guard Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Prior security experience is a plus (distribution/warehouse environment preferred)
- Ability to stay alert and focused during overnight hours
- Strong communication skills and good judgment in high-pressure situations
- Comfortable using basic technology (radio, phone, computer/tablet, camera monitoring systems)
- Must be able to follow procedures, maintain confidentiality, and act professionally at all times
- Must be able to pass required background screening (and any site-specific requirements)
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
- Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and perform routine patrols indoors/outdoors
- Ability to climb stairs and work in varying temperatures/weather conditions as needed
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally (e.g., cones, signage, small packages)
