Security Officer I - Plant Scherer (Pre-Hire Testing Required)

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Physical abilities and psychological testing required
• •Must qualify before (AND Annually) with your issued handgun & shotgun
• •Must possess and/or obtain a valid Georgia driver's license
• •Must be 21 years of age
• •Must meet all local, State and Federal requirements pertaining to the issuance of a firearm and there application to private security
• •Must be able to obtain an Armed Security Officer License issued by the State Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies
• •Must be able to pass a background check for the Georgia Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies
• •Must be able to pass a State mandated private security officer training
• •Must pass the following job prerequisites: company psychological test, physical, background investigation, and drug test
• •Must successfully complete the required tests associated with this position
• •Must qualify for firearm use and re-qualify with semiautomatic pistol and pump action shotgun at least twice annually (day and night firing qualifications) with a minimum passing score of 80% or better
• •Must be able and willing to work rotating shifts: days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• •Must be able to work rotating shifts and be flexible to schedule changes
• •Must be able to work in severe weather conditions
• •Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience
• •Must hold a valid driver's license for the class vehicle to be operated
• •Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application
• •Must have no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application
• •Must have no pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application
• •Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record
• •Ability to learn and enforce plant security policies and procedures as required
• •Ability to learn and/or have knowledge of company policies, procedures, Local, State and Federal criminal laws and their application to private security
• •Ability to learn and/or have knowledge of power plant operations
• •Ability to administer basic first aid/CPR
• •Possess strong oral and written communication skills, problem solving skills, decision making skills, and negotiating skills
• •Possess strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service
• •Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• •Ability to operate numerous electronic security systems simultaneously
• •Ability to direct and control traffic
• •Demonstrates a proven ability to handle crisis situations, threat alerts, and communications with outside agencies
• •Ability to persuade, motivate and influence others
• •Ability to prioritize and perform work in absence of direct supervision
• •Ability to work in a fast- paced environment with multiple or changing priorities under minimum supervision
• •Ability to exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality
• •Ability to work rotating shifts and be flexible to schedule changes
• •Lift and carry 40 pounds, 50 feet: 3-4 hours per 8 or 12 hours shift
• •Stand: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Sit: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Walk: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Drive: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Climb: up to 2.0 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift (will be required to climb 125 stairs at one time on a regular basis)
• •Balance: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Bend/Stoop: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Kneel: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Crouch: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Push/Pull: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Squat: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Reach above shoulder level: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Work alone: up to 8.0 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Grasp with both hands: up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Fine manipulation with both hands: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Keyboarding: up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift
• •Work at heights
• •See at near and far distances at least 20/40 acuity in each eye, with or without correction
• •Recognize and distinguish among control devices showing red, green, and amber colors
• •Binocular vision
• •At least 70o peripheral vision in horizontal meridian in each eye
• •Hear a forced whisper at 5 feet
• •Tolerate exposure to non-lethal substances (i.e. OC spray, tear gas)
• •Tolerate exposure to marked changes in temperature, and humidity or extremes
• •Tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, gases, chemicals
• •Run 100 yards with standard issue gear within 90 seconds
• •Climb 35 feet of stairs with standard issue gear within 60 seconds
• •Lift 35 pounds and carry 50 yards with standard issue gear within 90 seconds
• •Easily maneuver through 24 inch opening/passage with standard issue gear
• •Ability to obtain a valid Georgia Driver's license
• •Ability to qualify with firearms
• •Ability to obtain armed security officer license issued by State Board of Private Detectives
• •Must be able to obtain an Armed Security Officer License issued by the State Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies
• •Must be able to pass a background check for the Georgia Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies
• •Must be able to pass a State mandated private security officer training
• •Must pass the following job prerequisites: company psychological test, physical, background investigation, and drug test
• •Must successfully complete the required tests associated with this position
• •Must qualify for firearm use and re-qualify with semiautomatic pistol and pump action shotgun at least twice annually (day and night firing qualifications) with a minimum passing score of 80% or better
• •Must be able and willing to work rotating shifts: days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• •Must be able to work rotating shifts and be flexible to schedule changes
• •Must be able to work in severe weather conditions
• •Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience
• •Must hold a valid driver's license for the class vehicle to be operated
• •Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application
• •Must have no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application
• •Must have no pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application
• •Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record

Desired Qualifications

• •High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• •Experience in the military, law enforcement, corrections, or armed security with a strong background in customer service and external relations preferred
• •Knowledge of the criminal justice system is desired
• •Computer experience – ability to proficiently use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• •Fluency in Spanish a plus