Lobby Security Guard - Pasadena, Ca Weekends Required

AEGIS is looking to hire experienced security officers and honorably discharged veterans who can work either full-time or as part-time armed and/or unarmed officers. Additional opportunities available with the company.

Posts include private estates, retail stores, manufacturing/warehouses, lounges/restaurants, schools, and more.

Job Description:

• The primary roles are crime and violence prevention, and customer service.

• Lobby Security guards are responsible for monitoring cameras, building sensors, alarms, and managing alarm notifications

• Assisting with the functions of physical and personal security, and safety measures for clients.

• Patrolling the work site on foot up to the full duration of the shift or as otherwise instructed to prevent and detect signs of intrusions and ensure security of all entry points of the property.

• Writing reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, missing equipment, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.

• Performing access control procedures by monitoring and regulating entrance and departure of site employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.

• Investigating disturbances and answering alarms.

• Circulate among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order and protect property through crowd control measures.

• Responding to on site emergencies by calling local law enforcement or other first responders.

• Conducting pat down and metal detecting search.

• Communicating and enforcing applicable law, policy, and codes.

• Interacting with colleagues, supervisors, clients, client employees, visitors, and other persons at the work site.

• All officers who are licensed with firearms permits are hired and offered employment as unarmed security officers, and then qualify for work as an armed agent.

Minimum Requirements:

• Two years experience in high end security, military, or law enforcement

• Valid Guard Card issued by the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services

• 40 hours of BSIS training courses and most recent annual refresher

• A GED or High School Diploma / Transcript & Associates Degree or some verifiable college (preferred)

• Armed Officers must have California Guard Card (BSIS permit), Firearms Permit, Baton, and Chemical Agent.

• Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

• Have excellent ENGLISH verbal and written skills

• Have a neat professional appearance

• Have access to reliable transportation

• Have a track record of being ON-TIME to work and having integrity in your work

• A cell phone that receives text messages and has access to the internet as well as an email address

• Own a black business suit, white button down dress shirt, black tie, belt, socks, and dress shoes or shined boots, and a small flashlight

Availability, Pay & Perks:

• There is an immediate need a Security Guard with camera and alarm systems experience.

• Evening and Overnight availability required. Weekends required.

• Please note that you will be hired on as a regional employee, however feel free to express interest in one of the above available shifts when asked by the recruiter.

• Security Agents typically work as needed 12-50 hours a week throughout the county (including mandatory weekend nights) and are offered full time regular positions after probation.

• Unarmed pay for experienced guards starts at $20-22/hr depending on experience, qualifications, and the assignment.

• Experienced Off Duty Officers, EP and Estate Agents are paid the industry standard

• Paid accrued sick leave

• Holiday pay for specific holidays

• 401(k), health, vision, dental and life insurance available after the applicable waiting period.

• Free and or paid specialized training opportunities offered through AEGIS and our partners.

• Promotional opportunities may be available for the right individuals.

About AEGIS Security & Investigations in Los Angeles:

• AEGIS was founded in 2007 with the goal of improving the synergy between customers and security operations

• AEGIS has grown to include a wide spectrum of high end security services including hospitality, retail, special events, executive protection, estate security, and schools.

• We also provide specialized training, consulting and expert witness services, and private investigations.

• We have an ongoing need for armed and unarmed guards with active, reserve, and veteran military personnel and law enforcement experience. We do provide accommodation for drill.

AEGIS Security & Investigations, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Employees must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. If you require an accommodation during recruitment or any time during employment, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@aegis.com.

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