Armed Physical Security Officer - Night Shift
About the role
The Armed Physical Security Officer at ERCOT is responsible for providing access control and protection against unauthorized intrusion or acts of sabotage. They also handle a variety of customer service and security-related duties including visitor information and assistance, patrolling for security and safety hazards, securing buildings, monitoring and controlling access, and responding to emergencies.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates proficiency and knowledge in an administrative or technical area.
- Applies acquired job skills and ERCOT policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks and expand skills.
- Works on assignments that are usually within an area of expertise that are semi-routine in nature.
- Responsible for providing information and assistance to visitors, employees, and staff; patrolling areas to detect security, safety and/or fire hazards; securing buildings; monitoring and controlling access to buildings and parking lots; information security; reporting incidents through detailed documentation; responding to calls for service; and assisting local authorities during emergencies.
- Carries an ERCOT issued firearm at all times while on duty.
- Controls access of personnel, materials and vehicles.
- Processes security access of visitors.
- Operates radios, telephones and computer equipment.
- Maintains and monitors alarm system and CCTV equipment.
- Performs security patrols and observes any and all activity at assigned post.
- Reports equipment malfunctions that could have adverse impact to security, safety or operations.
- Deters criminal activity, misconduct and safety violations.
- Interacts with ERCOT employees, contractors and visitors at ERCOT facilities with courtesy and professionalism.
- Available to provide security services at other ERCOT locations as needed.
- Composes reports for record of events and/or incidents.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a physical security, law enforcement, corrections, military capacity.
- If applicable, provide DD214 discharge document with discharge status indicated.
- Pass a physical abilities test in accordance with the Security Training and Qualification Guidelines.
- Pass State-required training or other qualifications for licensing.
- Must be able to pass periodic physical fitness tests demonstrating the ability to meet heavy physical demands such as patrolling, performing emergency response/rescue functions, and apprehending/deterring violators.
- Must possess a current level III commissioned security officer license or complete and pass all requirements outlined in Texas Administrative Code 35.81 to acquire and maintain a Level III commissioned security officer license within 30 days of hire.
- Minimum 2 years TXDPS Level III security experience operating under the ERCOT Security Training and Qualification Plan (Preferred).
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- A combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required.
Skills
- Proficiency in an administrative or technical area.
- Knowledge of ERCOT policies and procedures.
- Ability to apply acquired job skills.
- Experience in physical security, law enforcement, corrections, military capacity.
- Ability to pass physical abilities test and periodic physical fitness tests.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Level III commissioned security officer license.
Benefits
ERCOT is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We know that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. An inclusive and diverse workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future.
Pay
$20 - $27 per hour
Schedule
Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the position and the company.