Security Officer - Chicago Loop - All Shifts Details

Security Officer - Chicago Loop - All Shifts

Titan Security Services - Chicago, IL

Employment Type : Full-Time

Overview: Titan Security is currently recruiting for Full Time Security Officers to work at a high-profile, high-rise tourist hotspot in the Near North Side neighborhood of Downtown Chicago. Ideal candidates will have open availability to work all shifts (including overnights) any days of the week (including weekends and holidays).
We are offering a $250.00 sign-on bonus for this position after six (6) months of employment.
Started in 1994, Titan Security is one of the largest privately-held security services providers in the Chicagoland area and we are growing! Join a leading company in one of the fastest growing industries.
Unarmed Security Officers responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Responsibilities:

• Train and qualify to work assigned post. Understands the specific and general post instructions for that assigned post. Maintain practical knowledge of all additional and emergency post instructions that are called for by the client.
• Maintain access control procedures set by property management.
• Effectively utilize access control systems, visitor management systems and CCTV systems as needed.
• Identify all patrons and/or visitors upon arrival.
• Ensure visitors and vendors are properly approved and directed to the appropritae area of the property.
• Observe departing personnel to guard against theft of tenant or building property.
• Monitor security cameras that are within the facility.
• Respond to incidents including property emergencies.
• Conduct general patrols of the entire property during various hours, if required, including numerous flights of stairs and frequent patrols of the exterior in any weather conditions.
• Ability to stand/sit/walk for extended periods of time.
• Assist patrons and visitors with directions and general business information.
• Clearly and accurately record data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, and malfunctioning of equipment, to property and Titan management.
• Maintain clear, accurate logs pertaining to people or property including packages.
• Provide excellent Customer Service to all parties encountered while on duty.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Education and/or Experience: High School diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1 year prior satisfactory employment as a security officer or directly related experience. Must be at least 20 years of age. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid PERC or the ability to obtain/maintain a PERC through IDFPR. Language Skills: Must have the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Bi-lingual considered a plus. Other Qualifications: Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. Must maintain a working telephone number though which we can contact you. Physical Demands: The physical demands are based on the contract and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A list of these job duties is inclusive of, but not limited to: candidates must be able to stand for extended periods of time (eight [8] or more hours, minus break times); be able to lift, push, and/or pull at least 50 lbs.; be able to accommodate foot patrols on the interior & exterior of the assigned facility; be able to perform assigned duties regardless of inclement weather. Salary & Benefits: Compensation is between $14.00 and $15.00 per hour based on experience, plus paid time off and paid holidays. We are offering a sign-on bonus of $250.00 with this position. The bonus will be paid in one lump sum in a separate check once you have been employed with Titan for six (6) months. Benefits are provided by the local 25 S.E.I.U. Welfare Fund. Under this plan, you have health coverage through Union Health Service, Inc (UHS). As long as you are under the care of a Union Health Service physician, you have 100% coverage of expenses at no cost to you. Disability and dental benefits are provided and eye care is also available. To obtain initial eligibility you must first have three (3) months of contributions made on your behalf. Skills-enhancing training at no cost to you and opportunities for career growth and promotion from within are available.
EOE/M/F/D/V