Unarmed Security Officer
About the role
Marksman Security is built on serving our clients and building careers. We are trusted by some of the most well-known companies and properties in the country while remaining dedicated to building personalized security solutions. Named a nationally recognized Top Workplace in 2024 and 2025 by USA Today, Marksman's customized approach provides the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Our core values — Unified, Transparent, Innovative, Committed, and Accountable — drive unparalleled service.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in security and customer service fields. Join our team at a high-volume distribution and warehouse facility as an Unarmed Security Officer, where you’ll play a critical role protecting people, property, and high-value products. Responsibilities include rover patrols, gatehouse and front desk access control, device checks, dock monitoring, metal detector and X-ray screening, and tracking high-value loads. The job is located in Hazelton Mills, PA (commutable from Wilkes-Barre and surrounding areas). The site is a secure, high-volume facility requiring the highest level of professionalism, attention to detail, reliability, and excellent work ethic.
Schedule
- Shift: 3rd Shift
- Work Days: Saturday–Wednesday
- Hours: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Days Off: Thursday–Friday
- Hours per Week: 40
- Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay
Starting pay: $17.50 per hour
Responsibilities
- Rover: Foot or vehicle patrols; detect suspicious behavior and prevent vandalism, theft, or other criminal activity.
- Gatehouse: Greet truck drivers and guests, check identification, log visitor vehicles, announce visitors, control access to all persons entering the property.
- Front Desk: Acknowledge and greet all guests with courtesy and urgency; provide customer service, access control, monitor CCTV camera systems, announce visitors, distribute packages.
- Device Check: Scan tags on approved employee devices; verify IMEI numbers match provided stickers or paperwork.
- North Dock: Monitor trash dump for theft attempts; open and close dock doors; track outbound trucks; count pallets for inbound trucks; monitor open dock doors during loading; monitor special projects during peak season.
- South Dock: Count pallets for inbound trucks; monitor special projects during peak season; send and receive emails; type truck information; monitor open dock doors; open and close dock doors.
- Metal Detector: Check devices in and out; only approved devices with a sticker or paperwork allowed; ensure visitors clear through X-ray; watch X-ray machine for prohibited items.
- Tracker: Track all high-value loads via computer software.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school degree or equivalent
- Professional demeanor and appearance
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize assigned tasks
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Minimum one year of customer service