Hil - Security Officer

This position maintains a safe and secure environment for customers and employees by patrolling and monitoring premises and employee safety.

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintain constant watch for and report unusual conditions to the appropriate personnel.
• Patrol plant area, building, surrounding areas and other Hiland owned properties as assigned to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, gates, etc.
• Perform random periodic walks around the building/s perimeter to ensure security at all points of entry. Perform a minimum of four (4) rounds per hour on each shift.
• Visually oversee the security booth by observing security monitors.
• Maintain facility parking rules and policies to include proper vehicle parking and ensuring that fire lanes remain open.
• Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security.
• Monitor the parking lot for burglary and theft prevention.
• Performs visual checks for prowlers, fire, or other danger of loss or damage to property and equipment.
• Complete reports of any incidents, emergencies, accidents, crisis situations and submits to department supervisor and EHS Manager.
• If requested, escort employees to their vehicles to ensure their safety.
• Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence/removal of unauthorized persons.
• Supports the relationship between Hiland and its constituent population by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customer, clients, visitors, guests, and Hiland Dairy staff.
• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in the security field
• Must have successfully completed a board approved 40 hours security training program and be awarded certificate of completion.
• Maintain the educational and State of Texas Security Officer’s requirements as stated by the Private Security Bureau.
• Must be organized and detail oriented
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work weekends, and varying shifts (days, evenings, nights).
• Must maintain valid commission certification or be able to obtain a valid commission.
• Must have their own handgun.
• Ability to accurately record data.
• To stand on your feet constantly during your shift.
• Maintain constant mental focus and constantly be aware of surroundings.
• Must be eligible for and maintain any and all licenses, as required and necessary to serve as an armed security guard.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift/carry up to 10 pounds.