Security Officer

Security OfficerLocation: 9300 Sliding Hill Road Ashland, VA 23005Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, Overnight (includes weekends).Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or olderTime Type: Full timePay Range: $28 / hourWhy Work HereWorking at Wegmans provides opportunities to grow, flexible scheduling, incredible benefits, and the experience of working for a company with a reputation you can be proud of.Job DescriptionAt Wegmans our commitment is to provide incredible service, to which the foundation is ensuring our customers, employees, and visitors, feel safe and secure while operating on our grounds. As a security officer at Wegmans, you will be part of the team of individuals who provide a safe environment throughout our distribution facility. This role is responsible for conducting foot and vehicle patrols which may include various temperatures and weather. Additionally, you will monitor access control and check vendors and truck drivers in and out of our facilities. Our security officers play a key role in maintaining the safety of the Wegmans grounds by being a highly trained security professional, skilled in key areas of Wegmans Asset Protection.What You'll DoRespond to emergency situations providing clear, calm, and decisive direction while providing medical care to the appropriate level of training/certification as neededManage access control; verify that vendors, contractors, and other visitors have a business purpose to be on siteProtect company property, corporate assets and the welfare and safety of employees, visitors and vendors while maintaining a strong emphasis on customer serviceProactively patrol the buildings and grounds of the complex and perform preliminary investigations involving safety and security events as necessaryRequirements1+ years of related experienceTechnical aptitude with the ability to navigate through multiple programs and screens efficientlyExperience utilizing good judgement to effectively communicate and manage conflict in stressful situations that protect the well-being of othersValid driver's licensePreferred QualificationsDegree in criminal justice or related fieldCertified EMTCertified in CPR, AED, and FACMilitary, security, loss prevention or asset protection experienceEmergency response training/experience