Cleared Alarm Technician - Secret - Securitas Critical Infrastructure Services

Makes periodic rounds to inspect, test and service alarms and other protective devices and equipment. Checks for irregularities throughout client facilities. May perform other inspection and safety duties. May perform security services as required for the site.

Distinguishing Characteristics: Duties include essential function of alarm service and inspection as designated by client contract. May be assigned a service grade or rank in a chain of command in conformance with contract requirements or to facilitate the delivery of service, according to business necessity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity.
• All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions, unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions.
• Employees are held accountable for successful job performance. Job performance standards may be documented separately, and may include functions, objectives, duties or tasks not specifically listed herein.
• In performing functions, duties or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Employees are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.
• All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.
  

1. Inspects, tests and services alarms and other protective devices and equipment as assigned, within scope of knowledge and training, and in compliance with manufacturers guidelines and safety practices.

2. Keeps client(s) and supervisor informed of faulty equipment, testing schedules, and/or delays in restoring equipment to fully operational capacity.

3. Controls access to client site or facility through the admittance process; assists visitors with a legitimate need to gain entry to the facility; screens visitors and client employees in an efficient manner in order to expedite their admittance to the site or facility.

4. Provides an atmosphere in which all client employees and visitors know that the client responds to and cares about their needs; provides a courteous, respectful and pleasant interaction with each client employee and visitor as perceived from their point of view; presents a good image of the client and its security department.

5. Communicates in a manner that is open, honest and responsive in all situations; to the extent authorized, provides information regarding the site and surrounding area as requested by visitors.

6. Monitors entrances and exits; acts to prevent unapproved or unlawful entry; controls entrances, the movement of people and vehicles, and parking; operates a gate and examines vehicle contents; monitors remote entrances using closed circuit television; operates remote access devices; in a calm manner directs persons who cause a disturbance to leave the property.

7. Patrols assigned site on foot or in vehicle; checks for unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, security violations, blocked ingress and egress, mechanical problems, and unauthorized persons; inspects buildings and grounds using appropriate equipment and protective gear.

8. Protects evidence or scene of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations; sets up barriers and signage, and provides direction or information to others.

9. Prepares logs or reports as required for site; writes and/or types reports and/or enters information in a computer using standard grammar; inspects security control logs and takes action as required.

10. Observes and reports incidents or suspicious activity to client representatives, company management, life/safety personnel or public safety authorities as appropriate for the circumstances and/or as required by the site.

11. Responds to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other incidents or conditions following procedures established for the site, by the company, and/or through training or certification.

12. Acts to ensure that all property removal is conducted within appropriate policy requirements and in accord with client standards; identifies client products or materials among items carried by client employees or visitors.

13. Carries out specific tasks and duties of a similar nature and scope as required for the assigned site(s).

Education/Experience High School Diploma or G.E.D.; related experience preferred.

Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing):

• Must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county and municipal licensing requirements or manufacturers certification for Alarm Technicians.
  
• May be required to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county and municipal licensing requirements for Security Officers if performing functions within the scope of such requirements.
  
• Knowledge of or ability to learn security operations and procedures.
  
• Technical and mechanical knowledge.
  
• Knowledge of the maintenance and testing of alarm devices.
  
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
  
• Ability to be an effective team member.
  
• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances.
  
• Courteous telephone manner.
  
• Ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization.
  
• Ability to write routine correspondence, including logs and reports.
  
• Good organizational skills.
  
• Ability to provide high quality customer service.
  
• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at various social levels and across diverse cultures.
  

WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical/Mental Demands):

With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

• Motor skills and conceptual ability sufficient to service and repair protective and alarm equipment within the scope of assignment and in compliance with manufacturers guidelines.
  
• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
  
• May be exposed to stressful situations, such as challenging individuals who are in or approaching an unauthorized area.
  
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey, in addition to any mandatory licensing requirements.
  
• May be required to work overtime without advance notice.
  
• Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
  
• Keyboarding, basic computer usage and operating controls.
  
• Seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing clearly in order to communicate with client employees and visitors, observe and report incidents, and direct others.
  
• Frequent sitting and standing, which may be required for long periods of time, and occasional walking which may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain.
  
• Reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.
  
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
  
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
  
• May occasionally be required to use vehicle for the performance of duties.
  
• On occasion may be required to perform stressful and physical activity.
  
• Depending upon assignment may be exposed to inclement weather or be required to work in environments or under conditions that require the use of protective gear and devices and/or awareness of personal safety and safety of others.
  
• May be exposed to or required to handle sensitive and confidential information.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Paragon/SCIS is composed of over 14,000 employees, caring for one another and for the success of our clients and our company. Working on the same site together, we bond with our colleagues; every day, serving the same purpose with dedication and a vigilant eye.

Our employees have diverse profiles: veterans, retired police officers, trained armed guards, professionals and experienced managers. Their background and strength of character are carefully vetted so when you join, you know that you have been selected and are amongst the best.

From Armed Security officers to Mailroom Service Clerks and Fire Fighters, from Field Investigators to Site Supervisors, we all stand united to maintain order in the most critical infrastructures of our nation. With diligence, 24/7, we are the eyes and ears on the ground. We matter.

Our work is demanding. We thrive in the midst of challenge. We are brave, organized, ready. And, we are rewarded for it with above market pay, comprehensive benefits and valuable training. We believe in the vital role that we play in society and the recognition we get from it fuels us.

Our values are the foundation of our operations. They are summarized in three words: Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness.

Integrity

A Paragon/SCIS employee is honest and therefore trusted to work unsupervised on the customer's premises and with valuables. Paragon/SCIS never compromises in its demand for integrity. Integrity also includes openly expressing one's opinion, reporting improprieties and not withholding information.

Vigilance

Professionalism entails seeing, hearing and evaluating, and a Paragon/SCIS employee is always attentive. Professionals develop an intuition that helps us to notice things that others don't. Their vigilance is needed in order to stay aware of potential risks or incidents that are taking place on our customers' premises.

Helpfulness

Helpfulness is about our employees always being ready to assist within the context of a particular assignment.