Security Officer (CISH)

Description

About Us:

EMCOR Facilities Services (EFS), an EMCOR core business, services over 1 billion square feet of commercial space across the United States. From corporate campuses to single sites, EFS provides a range of services that support mission-critical areas of financial services, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, transportation, and education sectors.

Job Title:  Security Officer (CISH)

Job Summary:  EMCOR Facilities Services  has an immediate need for a Security Officer  in Phoenix AZ.

The Security Officer patrols the hospital and campus grounds and performs other activities related to the safety and security of patients, staff, vendors and visitors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for patrolling the hospital and campus grounds to prevent unwanted intrusion or incidents from occurring by making hourly rounds of the facility and premises and maintains a visible presence within the entire facility.
• Monitors video camera feeds to ensure that all areas are safe and secure.
• Performs a security check of all doors and windows on a regular basis.
• Must respond and assist with security concerns, calls, alarms, or overhead emergency paging immediately. This may require rapid stair climbing, running/sprinting, moving of heavy equipment and other associated tasks. 
• In the event of emergencies, must take charge of maintaining order, safety and protect personnel and property.  Some activities can involve interacting with and controlling hostile, belligerent, aggressive individuals involving some element of danger or risk of injury. 
• Operate fire alarm system during drills or actual events.
• Greets patients/visitors/vendors/staff with a smile. Provides any persons on hospital grounds with instruction, assistance, direction or information. 
• Documents all incidents and contacts local authorities for assistance on an as needed basis.
• Maintains proper record keeping standards in accordance with regulatory bodies.
• Monitors and logs mechanical equipment (chillers, boilers, pumps and temperature readings) during overnight and weekend shifts when standard staff is not onsite and reports any equipment anomalies to Facilities immediately.
• Escorts visitors and personnel from the building on an as needed basis.
• Enforce organizational policies specific to safety and hospital grounds (i.e. parking, smoking, badge compliance).
• Operate the facility golf cart, which may include transporting patients and visitors.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:  

•  One year of security experience is preferred.
• Previous healthcare industry experience is preferred.
• Current Unarmed Guard Certification with Arizona DPS or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR or Heart Savers Certification, or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Current Arizona Driver License  
• The job holder must demonstrate current competencies for job position.
• Good judgement skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Professional demeanor.
• Basic computer skills for: email, internet, report writing.
• Ability to convey accurate details for incident reporting.
• Ability to manage departmental logs and records.

Physical Demands:

• Prolong, extensive or considerable standing/walking.
• Working conditions will be a mix of indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Repetitive lifting and pulling of up to 50 pounds.
• Standing for long periods of time.
• Strong sense of calm is essential during moments of potential confrontation.
• Fast-paced and physically demanding position.

Due to client requirements, this position will require the successful candidate to show proof of a complete COVID-19 vaccination upon commencing employment. Requests for reasonable accommodation related to this requirement based on disability or religious belief will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.  To request an accommodation, an applicant must participate in EMCOR Facilities Services interactive process.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled  

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