Security Guard - Armed jobs in Houma, LA

Overview

Inner Parish Security Corporation (IPSC) has provided tailored security solutions throughout the Gulf Coast for over 45 years. We provide armed and unarmed security officers to protect commercial businesses and assets. We also perform federal contract security and emergency response work. Our electronics division installs and maintains burglar alarms, fire alarms, and CCTV systems. We also monitor commercial and residential alarm systems. In recent years our company has doubled in size. IPSC is ever growing and expanding into new areas and aspects of the security industry. Come be a part of our exciting and innovative team.

Job Skills / Requirements

Inner Parish Security Corporation (IPSC) is hiring in the Donaldsonville/LaPlace/ River Parish Area. This does not include the Baton Rouge area. We are recruiting for professional armed security officers with excellent customer service and security skills to join our highly-regarded team.

The ideal candidate will have:

-A current Louisiana ARMED Guard Card issued by the LSBPSE
-Prior law enforcement experience
-Military experience and/or 2 years of Armed Security.
-Training and uniform will be provided to the right candidate.

$13-16/hour, paid weekly. Must be 25 years of age, have a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record. 

Full-time and part-time positions available. Retirees and VETERANS welcome.

Schedule:
7a-7p/7p-7a

You will help to prevent and deter crime through:

-Performing both regular and random patrols of multiple premises
-Reporting any security-related incidents, hazards or unusual occurrences
-When necessary, performing control procedures
-Operating emergency equipment
-Documenting nightly operations and filing weekly reports
-Investigating breaches of property

You must meet the following requirements:

-Excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills
-Sound communication skills
-Professional presentation
-Ability to work as a team member and solo
-Willingness and ability to work to a flexible roster, 7 days a week
-Reliable transport
-Active cellphone
-Ability to pass a drug screen

Physical and Mental Job Requirements:

• Must have effective written and verbal communication skills and must be able to communicate clearly and quickly in cases of emergency.

• A Security Officer must be able to read and interpret written information under a variety of circumstances.

• A Security Officer must be able to drive a motor vehicle in the course of his/her duties if required. 

• A Security Officer must be able to detect and identify sounds relevant to fires, floods, alarm signals, and persons in distress against distracting sound background conditions (e.g., machinery, traffic noise, etc.)

• A Security Officer must be able to: Walk, Run, Stand, Climb, Sit.

• A Security Officer must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. waist high, if required.

• A Security Officer must be in good mental health and be able to make decisions instantly on the event of an emergency.

• A Security Officer must meet the physical and mental requirements of the state(s) to be licensed by the state to perform Security Guard / Security Officer work.   Must be able to obtain the status of license required for the position, either Armed or Unarmed.

Reasonable accommodations to the above will be considered and offered, when possible.

If you have a passion for providing crucial security services and seek a challenging role with an enthusiastic team, IPSC is the company for you. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Additional Information / Benefits

Full-time guards will have these benefits available to them:

-medical
-dental
-vision
-life
-accident
-critical illness
-short-term disability 

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Short Term Disability, Accident; Critical Illness