Find Your Next
Security Job

Search for the best security jobs near you. Take the next step and search below with SGO.

2 months ago

Security Officer – Bilingual (MUST SPEAK FLUENT SPANISH – NO EXCEPTIONS)


This listing has expired.

Job Description

POSITION INFORMATION: BASIC DETAILS

Travel Requirement: No

Teleworking: No

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Hourly

Pay Range: $20/hour. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Shifts: 36 hrs./wk. (7am -7pm and 7pm – 7am). Mon-Wed day/night OR Fri-Sun day/night

*MUST BE FLEXIBLE FOR ALL SHIFTS

*OPPORTUNITIES FOR ADDITIONAL HOURS ON THURSDAYS

IMPORTANT NOTE: This position falls under the employment GardaWorld Security Services (GWSS) and not GardaWorld Federal Services (GWFS)

POSITION SUMMARY INFORMATION: DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS

Duties/Responsibilities:

Some of your duties may include:

  • Monitoring premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
  • Answering alarms and investigating disturbances.
  • Patrolling industrial or commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of property and personnel.
  • Monitoring and authorizing entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
  • Writing reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
  • Calling police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
  • Circulating among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order and protect property.
  • Warning persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehending or evicting violators from premises.
  • Operating detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.

Required Education, Certifications, Licenses, and Experience:

  • Must possess a high school education or equivalent (GED)
  • Must be able to pass extensive preemployment screening process
  • Must be fluent in Spanish and English
  • Must possess IL PERC Security License
  • One (1) year of Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience preferred

GardaWorld Security Services offers DailyPay – a voluntary benefit that allows you to access your pay on day one of work.

If you’re hired for a role at GardaWorld Security Services, you’ll never have to wait for a paycheck again! DailyPay’s most used features include:

  • PAY: Get instant access to your money as you earn it
  • SAVE: Automatically save a portion of every paycheck
  • BALANCE ALERTS: Track your real-time earnings & budget for upcoming bills or expenses

Work Environment:

Employees may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.

Physical Requirements:

Employees may be required to remain in a stationary position, stand, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, balance, squat, bend, and reach during shifts. Employees may be also required to use gear to move items around, including, but not limited to, carts and dollies. Employees may also be occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 49 pounds.

It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.

GardaWorld Federal Services is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 48 per week

Benefits:

  • Health insurance

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Night shift
  • Weekends as needed

Language:

  • both Spanish and English (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Illinois PERC Card (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Chicago, IL (Required)

Work Location: In person

Recent Job Listings


Upgrade Your Security Resume

No more guessing what to put on your resume. With SGO’s resume builder, simply input your information. Our tool makes job applications seamless.