Mobile Patrol Security Officer - 77027
Houston, United StatesCompany
United Protective Services
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
16 an hour
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Glassdoor
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Job Description
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to work at three retail properties. This is a set four day, 40 hour schedule with three consecutive off days.
Job Duties:
Saturday and Sunday involve a golf cart patrol of a parking lot with expectations of high customer service skills, attentiveness, and the ability to handle stressful situations.
Monday and Tuesday are mobile vehicle patrols of shopping centers utilizing company trucks and monitoring for vandalism, theft, homeless, and other issues.
Requirements:
You must be at least 25 years of age with a valid Driver's License to be considered for this position, due to company insurance requirements.
This is a fixed 40 hour/week schedule.
Saturday: 1100-1900 (11am-7pm)
Sunday: 1100-1900 (11am-7pm)
Monday: 0930-2200 (9:30am-10pm)
Tuesday: 1000-2200 (10am-10pm)
Wednesday: Off
Thursday: Off
Friday: Off
At United Protective Services, our people are our greatest asset. We are looking for reliable, positive people who want to serve others, and grow in their security careers. In return, we provide training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed.
Job Duties:
Saturday and Sunday involve a golf cart patrol of a parking lot with expectations of high customer service skills, attentiveness, and the ability to handle stressful situations.
Monday and Tuesday are mobile vehicle patrols of shopping centers utilizing company trucks and monitoring for vandalism, theft, homeless, and other issues.
Requirements:
You must be at least 25 years of age with a valid Driver's License to be considered for this position, due to company insurance requirements.
This is a fixed 40 hour/week schedule.
Saturday: 1100-1900 (11am-7pm)
Sunday: 1100-1900 (11am-7pm)
Monday: 0930-2200 (9:30am-10pm)
Tuesday: 1000-2200 (10am-10pm)
Wednesday: Off
Thursday: Off
Friday: Off
At United Protective Services, our people are our greatest asset. We are looking for reliable, positive people who want to serve others, and grow in their security careers. In return, we provide training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed.
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