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JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision of the Security Sergeant, the role of Gate Security Officer provides protection of work sites, personnel, and assets from such events as trespassing, unauthorized entry, and other disruptive incidents. Performing access control at a perimeter gate for vehicle access (traffic booth) is the core function of the position.

The Gate Security Officer is a full-time position that works 12-hour Day shifts which alternate from Mon-Thurs, then Mon-Fri every other week.

There are times when employees may be asked to work on days that would ordinarily be their scheduled days off. A base pay period (2-weeks) earns 80 regular hours, combined with 28 hours of overtime pay. Other opportunities for additional pay are available to include scheduled refinery turnaround periods and covering open shifts as needed.

* Applicable WA security license and fingerprinting fees will be paid by the employer.

*This position is currently offering a $1,000 signing bonus!

REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Minimum of 18 years of age

• Valid state driver’s license

• Per regulatory requirements, a Transportation Worker’s Identification Card (TWIC) is required, or able to obtain .

• Due to the security related duties, a Washington State Unarmed Security Guard License is required, or able to obtain .

• Must be able to successfully pass company pre-employment requirements that includes a drug test, criminal background check, driving abstract, and a physical/FCE.

• Ability to speak, write and comprehend the English language, and apply written and verbal policies/procedures.

• IMPORTANT: To be considered, you must submit an online application AND attach a detailed resume

PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

• Experience in customer service-related field.

• Previous experience in a security, law enforcement, fire service (paid or volunteer), military, or corrections field.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Primarily performs access control functions and verifies individuals are authorized to enter the facility

• Perform searches of vehicles and delivery trucks

• Processes visitors and escorts for deliveries

• Operates gate traffic barriers to prevent unauthorized entry of vehicles

• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and situational awareness in a safe manner

• Ability to monitor all activity within view for safety hazards and suspicious or unusual activity

• Observe, recall, and distinguish characteristics of persons, suspects, vehicles, locations, or property

• Observes and confronts suspicious persons, reports situations immediately, and takes action as appropriate

• Effectively and coherently initiates or responds to communication using a two-way radio or telephone

• Utilize clear and appropriate communication skills when interacting with people

• Comprehend, evaluate, and correctly respond to information received

• Complete detailed daily logs and forms that includes using shared applications on computer systems

• Gather information and reduce the results of investigative findings into written form (reports or statements) so as to clearly and accurately reflect the information obtained

• Read, comprehend, and employ policies and procedures

• Exercise sound judgment in determining appropriate action to be taken during changing situations

• Maintain composure and control when encountering a hostile person or situation

• Remains courteous and professional

• Performs duties during the day or night, in a variety of settings, environments, and varying weather conditions

• Willingness to perform other security duties, as required

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Commitment to Excellence: Identifies what needs to be completed and takes action to achieve a standard of excellence beyond job expectations.

• Corporate Values: Understand, embraces, and integrates DUS corporate values into everyday duties and responsibilities.

• Safety and Security: Promotes a safe work environment for co-workers and customers.

• Customer Service: Identifies and responds to current and future client needs by providing excellent service to internal and external customers.

• Teamwork: Resourceful team player that builds, strengthens, and maintains collaborative relationships with others inside and outside the organization.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• Adaptability: Adapts to changing conditions and work assignments, sets priorities and manages multiple assignments, and tasks

• Analytical Skills: Visualizes, articulates and solves a variety of problems and concepts and makes appropriate decisions based on available information

• Communication Skills: Listens, writes, and speaks effectively, and positively relates and interacts with co-workers and others

• Conflict Resolution: Prevents, manages, and/or resolves conflict

• Independence: Works with little or no supervision

• Problem Solving: Anticipates and identifies problems, distinguishes between symptoms and causes, and determines alternative solutions involving varied levels of complexity, ambiguity and risk

BENEFITS

This position is eligible for PTO. Full-time regular employees have the opportunity to enroll in health insurance, life insurance, 401k Retirement Plan and short-term disability insurance. Full-time regular employees are also provided access to our employee assistance program.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Security Gate Officers will be working in and around an oil refinery, sitting or standing for extended periods either indoors at a traffic booth or in inclement weather, and works routinely near ongoing vehicle traffic entering or exiting a gate. (cars, trucks, heavy equipment, and delivery or semi-trucks).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Applicant will be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-hire physical, and functional capacity exam (FCE).

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is DUS’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DUS is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• TWIC Training

• WA Security Guard Lic

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)