What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Guard position at SUGAR CANE GROWERS COOPERATIVE OF FLORIDA?
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Security Guard is responsible for protecting employees, visitors, premises, and assets in the case of an incident. Regular patrolling and monitoring activities on the companys premises to discourage criminals and ensure the environment is safe and secure.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Patrol and monitor activities on the companys premises regularly to discourage criminals and ensure the environment is safe and secure, reporting suspicious activities to local authorities.
- Escort discharged employees, trespassers, and other unwelcome parties off the premises.
- Controlling the gated entrances according to protocols.
- Monitor surveillance cameras to watch out for any disruptions or unlawful activities.
- Provide detailed reports to management as needed for any incidents that may occur.
- Contact law enforcement or fire department in case of an emergency.
- After business hours and weekends, physical checks are required on doors, windows, and gates to ensure the property is secure.
- Performs other related duties and assignments as business dictates.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of security protocols.
- Ability to operate security systems and emergency equipment.
- Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.
- Ability to learn the layout of the property and buildings.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work alone or as part of team.
- Ability to solve problems as they arise.
- Bilingual and Biliterate English and Spanish, preferred.
LICENSES:
- Class E driver license is required.
- Florida Security Class D is required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma, or any combination of education, training, and work experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties/responsibilities of this position.
- Previous experience required.
- Security guard training certification preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Regular attendance is required during your scheduled shift.
- Ability to patrol the property and access areas quickly.
- Physically able to capture and detain individuals if necessary.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Must be able to work in hot, cold, wet, humid, dusty, and foggy working conditions depending on weather.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.
FIRST-CLASS BENEFITS: We offer a suite of benefits, including but not limited to:
- Health, dental, vision
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
- Employee assistance program offers confidential counseling and support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing
- Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, jury duty)
- 401(k) program with highly competitive match
- Tuition reimbursement
COMPANY VISION:
SCGCs vision is to deliver the greatest value to our member-growers and employees by being an industry leader in all we do. We are passionate about our vision, and we are looking for others that are equally as passionate.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida (SCGC) is made up of primarily family-owned grower-members who cultivate sugarcane on over 75,000 acres of land, mainly in Palm Beach County, Florida. The Cooperative oversees the mechanical harvesting, processing, and marketing of raw sugar, molasses, and other by-products. With a workforce of over 500 employees, SCGC plays a key role in the sugarcane industry. Learn more at scgc.org.
Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
