Security Guard

5w1 month ago

New York Power Authority

Massena, US · Full-time · $56,000 – $56,000

About this role

Under general supervision, this role enforces all rules, regulations, and instructions to provide absolute protective security for the New York Power Authority. As a shift or scheduled worker, you will be responsible for controlling all points of vehicle and personnel access to prevent unauthorized entry.

Daily duties include conducting regular foot and mobile patrols, searching personnel and vehicles for unauthorized materials, and providing security escorts for visitors, contractors, and vendors. You will also inspect fire extinguishers, self-contained breathing apparatus, and first aid supplies, and must obtain certification in First Aid in the Workplace.

This role fosters a strong working relationship with local law enforcement and provides crowd control for special events. You will also perform PBX functions, direct incoming calls, operate the paging system, and act as a dispatcher for the two-way radio system.

You will attend training to become an active participant in the Emergency Response Team, responding to all on-site emergencies. The negotiated pay rate for this union-represented position is $28.70 per hour, with NYPA committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

High school graduate with two years of experience in a related field
Valid New York State Driver's license
Must meet all standards of the New York State Guard Act and be able to obtain and maintain a Security Guard License with the State of New York Licensing Department
Must be a certified climber and obtain certification in First Aid in the Workplace
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills as well as strong verbal and written communication skills to deal with the public daily
Must be familiar with computer software and able to write clear, concise reports
Must be in general good health as determined by a physician on an annual basis
Must successfully complete a pre-employment examination and background check, including polygraph, criminal history check, and physical exam with drug screen

Responsibilities

Control all points of vehicle and personnel access to prevent unauthorized entry through personal interaction, video monitors, or remote gate operation
Conduct searches of personnel and access vehicles to detect unauthorized materials that could be used for industrial sabotage
Perform regular foot and mobile patrols to ensure facility security and detect trespassers
Badge visitors, contractors, and vendors, and provide security escorts as needed
Inspect all fire extinguishers, self-contained breathing apparatus, automatic electronic defibrillators, eye wash stations, and replenish first aid supplies throughout the facility
Provide crowd control for special events sponsored by NYPA
Perform PBX functions by directing incoming calls, operating the paging system, and acting as dispatcher for the two-way radio system
Attend training to become an active participant in the Emergency Response Team and respond to all on-site emergencies

Benefits

Hourly rate of $28.70 for union-represented employees, collectively bargained by NYPA and IBEW
Opportunity to become an active participant in the Emergency Response Team
Access to certification in First Aid in the Workplace
Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion