Security Officer - Plant Wansley/Carrollton, GA (Day & Night Positions) *Pre-Hire Testing Required

About the role

The Security Officer position at Georgia Power is responsible for protecting employees, contractors, visitors, and property at Plant Wansley. Key responsibilities include enforcing rules, administering security procedures, responding to alarms, and processing personnel for access.

Responsibilities

• Enforce and administer established rules, procedures, and appropriate laws.
• Respond to alarms and security requests for security services.
• Process personnel for access authorization to Plant Wansley in accordance with established procedures.
• Interpret procedures and regulations and make decisions regarding plant access control.

Requirements

• Physical abilities, drug screening, and psychological testing required.
• Must possess and/or obtain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
• Must qualify before and annually with issued handgun and shotgun.
• Must meet all local, state, and federal requirements for firearm issuance and private security.
• Must successfully complete psychological test, physical, background investigation, and drug test.
• Must qualify for firearm use and re-qualify with semiautomatic pistol and pump action shotgun at least twice annually with a minimum passing score of 80% or better.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts including holidays and weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in the military, law enforcement, corrections, or armed security with a strong background in customer service and external relations preferred.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system desired.
• Computer experience – ability to proficiently use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Fluency in Spanish a plus.

Skills & Abilities

• Learn and enforce plant security policies and procedures as required.
• Learn and/or have knowledge of company policies, procedures, Local, State and Federal criminal laws and their application to private security.
• Learn and/or have knowledge of power plant operations.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, decision-making skills, and negotiating skills.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service.
• Work well with others in a team environment.
• Operate numerous electronic security systems simultaneously.
• Direct and control traffic.
• Handle crisis situations, threat alerts, and communications with outside agencies.
• Persuade, motivate, and influence others.
• Prioritize and perform work in absence of direct supervision.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with multiple or changing priorities under minimum supervision.
• Exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Work rotating shifts and be flexible to schedule changes.

Other Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must meet all local, state, and federal requirements pertaining to the issuance of a firearm and its application to private security.
• Must be able to pass a background check for the Georgia Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies.
• Must successfully complete the required tests associated with this position.
• Must be able to pass a State-mandated private security officer training.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts: days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Must be able and willing to work in severe weather conditions.

Physical Demands

• Routine Required Physical Demands: Lift and carry 40 pounds, stand up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, sit up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, walk up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, drive up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, climb up to 2.0 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, balance up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, bend/stoop up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, kneel up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, crouch up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, push/pull up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, squat up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, reach above shoulder level up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, work alone up to 8.0 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, grasp with both hands up to 5.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, fine manipulation with both hands up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, keyboarding up to 2.5 hours per 8 or 12 hour shift, see at near and far distances at least 20/40 acuity in each eye, recognize and distinguish among control devices showing red, green, and amber colors, binocular vision, at least 70º peripheral vision in horizontal meridian in each eye, hear a forced whisper at 5 feet, tolerate exposure to non-lethal substances (i.e. OC spray, tear gas), tolerate exposure to marked changes in temperature, humidity, or extremes, tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, gases, chemicals, obtain a valid Georgia Driver’s license, obtain armed security officer license issued by State Board of Private Detectives, and pass the required tests associated with this position.

Safety Sensitive

This position is classified as "Safety Sensitive" and as such is subject to relevant preemployment screening(s) to determine fitness for duty. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant successfully completing all required fitness assessments.

Job Schedule

Full time.

Pay

Details about pay and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.