Unarmed Security-Weekends

Unarmed Security-Weekends

Houston, United States

Company
Cascadia Global Security / Cascadia Off-Duty
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Part-time
Posted
12 hours ago
Via
LinkedIn

Job Description
About the position:
• Title: Unarmed Security Officer
• Location: Houston & La Porte, TX
• Employment type: Part-Time
• Schedules:
• Saturday - Sunday 0600-1800
• Saturday - Sunday 1800-0300
• $17.00
• Daily pay; get paid as soon as the NEXT DAY!

About Us:

Cascadia Global Security (CGS) is a veteran-owned, nationwide security company based in the Pacific Northwest. We are growing rapidly and need you on our team! Our Security Specialists range from active-duty military personnel to veterans to civilians looking for a job with upward mobility and employee-centered management. If you want to be a part of something exciting with opportunities for growth, training, and promotion in the local area and across the US, this is the job for you.

Are you ready for a challenge? Do you have personal responsibility, integrity, and a desire to do serious work that matters? Then we have a place for you.

With unarmed, armed, surveillance, and mobile patrol sites, we expect a lot from our team members. In return, expect some of the highest pay rates and best benefits in the industry.

Cascadia Global Security – Dare to Do.

We will provide and pay for all licensing and training!

Security Officer Responsibilities:
• Access Control
• Investigate and report maintenance and safety conditions that may endanger the client, its associates, or public safety
• Patrols are assigned on foot to maintain visibility and observe possible unusual activities at client facilities
• Theft and vandalism deterrent
• Ensure the client, its associates, and facility personnel are provided with a safe and professional work environment
• Ensure that daily administrative documentation is always kept concise and complete
• Uniform attire and grooming standards must be maintained while in uniform
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications and skills:
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Basic computer skills and report-writing experience
• Available to work shifts during nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Must be able to handle stressful situations and emergencies

Pay and Benefits:
• Salary: $17.00 per hour
• We offer 50% employer-paid Medical/Dental/Vision insurance for Full-time employees after 60 days of employment
• Additional insurance offerings such as Critical Care Coverage, Hospital Insurance, Accidental Insurance, and Pet Insurance
• 401k program
• Uniforms provided
• Advancement opportunities- personal protection, executive security, and management career paths

Education:
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:
• Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
• Security: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Preferred)
• Active Level 2 Guard Card (Required)

For more information, please go to our website at

www.cascadiaglobalsecurity.com

CGS-indeed

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