Security Guard

Security Guard

AFW is looking for a Security Guard who is responsible for the protection, safeguarding and security of AFW assets, personnel, customers and all visitors. The Security Guard will patrol the AFW property, assist customers and employees with any issues they may have, and ensure all AFW vehicles are locked. The Security Guard will also notify the AFW management of any suspicious activity.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Commitment to AFW's safety policies and procedures and ability to promote awareness.
• Performs security patrols.
• Inventory all vehicles entering and leaving the property during non-business hours.
• Protects AFW property and equipment from theft.
• Investigates and writes reports on accidents, incidents, suspicious activities, safety and fire hazards and other security related situations.
• Provides any assistance needed to customers and employees.
• Notify the AFW management team of any suspicious activity.
• Ability to efficiently work independent of direct supervision.
• Maintain a neat and safe work environment.
• All training provided by AFW.
• Other duties to be assigned/directed by supervisor.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in security preferred but not required.
• Ability to maintain a clean and professional appearance.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record with 2 or less moving violations within the past 3 years
• Able to have a flexible schedule and work all shifts, holidays, and weekends (Including overnights).

Education & Experience

High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Compensation

• Pay Rate: Starting at $18/hour and up - dependent on experience
• At AFW we offer great perks: weekly pay, benefits package (medical, dental, vision), 401k matching, and more!

Physical Requirements

• Capacity to maneuver in confined and at times congested areas.
• Capability to stand, walk, stoop, & bend for 8 hours or more daily.
• Lifting, gripping, bending, kneeling, stooping, and moving merchandise 8 hours or more daily.
• Continuous use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.
• Ability to lift, lower, move, carry, push and pull all sizes of merchandise up to 100 lbs. and the skill to handle/manipulate merchandise up to 250 lbs. frequently.
• Able to work in variable environments with different lighting, loud exterior noise, and flooring.

Work Environment

• Fluorescent Lighting
• Concrete Flooring
• Climate affected by outside conditions
• Considerable exterior noise
• Extreme temperature fluctuations in the warehouse

American Furniture Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at American Furniture Warehouse – an Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.

A pre-employment drug screen, background and fit for duty exam check must be passed upon job offer.

Since 1975, our motto has been Under Promise and Over Deliver and this is exactly what we do on a daily basis! At AFW, we strongly believe in recognizing those who exemplify excellence, and reward them for contributing to our collective success. We strive to provide a great work environment for our employees and give them the knowledge and tools needed to provide our customers with an even greater buying experience. At American Furniture Warehouse We Do It Right the First Time!