Job Description

Security Officer I (2nd Shift)

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite at Kohler, WI

Opportunity

A Security Officer I plays a significant role in ensuring a safe, secure, and friendly environment by enforcing security policies and being responsible for safeguarding Kohler Co. and the Kohler brand. This is accomplished by identifying risks, maintaining security processes in order to reduce risks, respond to incidents, and limit exposure or liability in all areas: financial, physical, and personnel. Security Officer I will also ensure that standardized security practices, systems, and processes are being utilized to meet corporate security guidelines and policies.

A Kohler Co. Security Officer I is a friendly resource to individuals who need assistance, medical aid, crisis intervention, or local directions. They respond quickly in emergency situations as an integral team member and serve to protect the property, guests, visitors, and employees of Kohler Co.

Specific Responsibilities

Under the direction of an experienced Kohler Co. Security Supervisor, and within defined timeframes:

• Responsible for the protection, safeguarding, and security of personnel, customers, visitors, and assets.
• Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of associates, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of the premises.
• Greet visitors in person in order to provide assistance or refer to appropriate company representative.
• Operate a multi-channel radio with multiple frequencies.
• Observe and report all suspicious activity or policy violations.
• Manage the access control requirements in a manner that ensures the highest level of security in an efficient manner.
• Accurately understand various transmissions, (e.g. telephone, radio, etc.) and transcribe information (e.g. numbers, letters, names and facts) from one source to another in a timely manner.
• Deter crime by providing a general security presence.
• Develop an operating knowledge of Kohler security and fire systems to be able respond appropriately.
• Assist with special assignments during periods of emergency or as requested by management.
• Provide transportation services with company vehicles as needed.
• Achieve and maintain required certification in emergency responder courses, i.e. CPR, Industrial First Aid, Fire Extinguisher, etc.
• Act as a security and safety resource to other departments and local emergency services as dictated.

** Skills/Requirements**

Education And Experience Requirements

• High School education; two year college degree preferred (Police Science, Criminal Justice, Police Administration or Liberal Arts).
• Law enforcement, industrial security, or Military Police experience preferred.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.

Physical Requirements

The minimum physical requirements of Security Officers include:

• The ability to transport emergency medical equipment, such as medical bags and oxygen equipment, weighing approximately 50 pounds, from a vehicle to the scene of the emergency and appropriately utilize such equipment at the scene.
• The ability to ascend and descend fixed or portable ladders to access roof and other areas in the event of an emergency.
• The ability to be certified and correctly perform CPR, unassisted, as defined by the American Heart Association and operate an automatic external defibrillator.
• Be able to provide verbal instructions, in an emergency situation in a clear and intelligible manner.
• The ability to legally operate a passenger automobile or light truck.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Submit reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, accidents, presence of unauthorized persons, suspicious activities, or unusual occurrences to Corporate Security Supervision daily.
• Establish, develop, and maintain courteous and effective working relationships.