Security Guard

💰 $2,560 - $4,096 (Est.) 📍 Cambridge

Job Description

Qualifications
Ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods required
Ability to climb stairs and lift up to 25 pounds required
Ability to communicate effectively and act professionally in a stressful environment required
Basic reading, writing and communications skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite
High school diploma or equivalent is required
Benefits
Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities
Responsibilities
The Guard is responsible for guarding and patrolling company property, facilities to protect property and personnel against fire, theft, vandalism, illegal entry and other hazards
Controls entrance points
May receive and direct visitors to desired areas
Periodically tours premises, examines doors, windows, and gates to determine they are secure
Observes departing persons to guard against theft of company property
Maintains security reports and records
Reports irregularities and coordinates activities with local law enforcement agencies as required
Stand or sit at a fixed post or serve as a roving detail guard
Monitor CCTV and access control systems
Monitor and respond to alarms from various systems including access control, environmental health and safety, physical plant and fire panels
Receive and respond to emergency calls from employees
Dispatch guards, safety personnel, maintenance personnel, EMT's and HAZMAT teams as required
Conduct after• hours patrols including walking designated tours encompassing the interior and exterior of Draper buildings
Identify and report security, facility or safety related issues such as leaks, smoke, fire, abnormal temperature conditions, suspicious individuals or activity
Conduct additional security related duties as needed
Check badges of incoming employees and contractors as well as issuing badges to visitors who have been vetted through Visitor Control
Escort visitors and contractors as required
Ensure that company and personal property is signed in and out of the facility as required
Other duties as assigned
Job description
Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com .

Job Description Summary:

The Guard is responsible for guarding and patrolling company property, facilities to protect property and personnel against fire, theft, vandalism, illegal entry and other hazards. Controls entrance points. May receive and direct visitors to desired areas. Periodically tours premises, examines doors, windows, and gates to determine they are secure. Observes departing persons to guard against theft of company property. Maintains security reports and records. Reports irregularities and coordinates activities with local law enforcement agencies as required.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities
• Stand or sit at a fixed post or serve as a roving detail guard.
• Monitor CCTV and access control systems.
• Monitor and respond to alarms from various systems including access control, environmental health and safety, physical plant and fire panels.
• Receive and respond to emergency calls from employees. Dispatch guards, safety personnel, maintenance personnel, EMT's and HAZMAT teams as required.
• Conduct after• hours patrols including walking designated tours encompassing the interior and exterior of Draper buildings. Identify and report security, facility or safety related issues such as leaks, smoke, fire, abnormal temperature conditions, suspicious individuals or activity. Conduct additional security related duties as needed.
• Check badges of incoming employees and contractors as well as issuing badges to visitors who have been vetted through Visitor Control.
• ****** visitors and contractors as required.
• Ensure that company and personal property is signed in and out of the facility as required.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills/Abilities
• Ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods required.
• Ability to climb stairs and lift up to 25 pounds required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and act professionally in a stressful environment required.
• Basic reading, writing and communications skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• First Responder, CPR or AED certification preferred.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience
1• 3 years previous security, military or law enforcement experience preferred.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.

Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

0213+-3563

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers .

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [email protected]

💡 Quick Summary

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