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Allied Universal

Largest private security services provider

Fire Life Safety Director

Security Guarding & PatrolConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBrooklyn, NY, USA$27 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Must have an F85 or F89 Certificate of Fitness.
  • Must be able to stand or walk for long periods.
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must have effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills to interact professionally with personnel and the public, and use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
  • Must be able to prepare written reports and logs legibly; computer skills may be required.
  • Must be able to read and understand operating procedures and instructions.
  • Must meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
  • Must successfully complete a background investigation and a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
  • Must maintain active status for all required licenses and carry the license while on duty.
  • Must have intermediate computer skills to use site-specific wireless technology.
  • Must maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality.
  • Must be able to handle common and crisis situations at the client site calmly and efficiently.
  • Must be able to read, understand, and clearly speak English, and communicate orally with the public and coworkers, including giving and receiving instructions and using phones.
  • Must be able to handle working with a high volume of members of the public.
  • Must be licensed by the New York State Department of State.
  • Must be able to stand or walk for an entire shift on varied surfaces, occasionally climb stairs, ramps, or ladders, and occasionally bend or twist at the waist, knees, or neck.
  • Must occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds and run as needed.
  • Must continually use both hands and arms for tasks such as using a phone, writing reports, and other administrative work.
  • Must have correctable vision and hearing to normal levels to observe, read, interact with the public and coworkers, monitor security screens, and communicate.
  • Must be able to work in varied environments, including cold, rain, or heat, and maintain alertness and attention to detail while prioritizing and following up on assignments.

Responsibilities

  • Protect life and property by implementing the building's fire safety plan, managing the Fire Command Station, and supervising the fire brigade, floor wardens, deputy floor wardens, and building evacuation supervisors.
  • Act as a liaison to the New York City Fire Department during emergencies.
  • Ensure life safety systems and related equipment are fully functional.
  • Ensure that every floor has fire safety teams, including fire wardens, deputy fire wardens, and building evacuation team members.
  • Conduct fire alarm drills and maintain written logs of critiques to identify actual or potential weaknesses in response time or life safety systems and equipment.
  • Provide visitors, guests, vendors, and employees with clear direction, information, and assistance during routine operations and emergencies.
  • Assist building security staff in visually inspecting visitor, vendor, and employee access badges or identification cards to verify the presenter is authorized and prevent unauthorized access.
  • Monitor and report suspicious persons and packages.
  • Perform CPR, use an automated external defibrillator, and provide basic first aid when required.

About the Company

Allied Universal

Largest private security services provider

Allied Universal is a large security and facilities services provider that protects people and property at client sites. Its offerings include on-site security guards, mobile patrols, risk assessments, and janitorial and facilities support, delivered by trained staff with supporting technology. The company stands out for its massive scale and wide footprint, created by merging AlliedBarton with Universal Services of America and later acquiring G4S to become the world’s largest private security provider. Its goal is to be the leading fully integrated security and facilities partner for customers across North America and beyond.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Irvine, CA
Founded
1957

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