Jobs in Mountain View, CA

We are seeking a highly responsible Security Officer to join our 24/7 security operations team. This position is primarily focused on non-event, day-to-day facility security, including monitoring physical infrastructure, protecting assets, verifying credentials, and providing site-wide surveillance coverage. Officers in this role are essential to protecting stadium personnel, property, and critical systems during both active and dormant hours.

Primary Responsibilities:

Facility Patrols & Perimeter Integrity:

• Conduct foot and vehicle patrols throughout interior and exterior zones, including suites, concourses, offices, loading docks, gates, and parking lots.
• Inspect doors, gates, and access points to ensure they are secure.
• Identify and report safety hazards, suspicious activity, or maintenance issues.

Access Control & Credential Verification:

• Monitor and manage access at employee entrances, loading docks, and other sensitive areas.
• Verify credentials for staff, contractors, and vendors.
• Maintain access logs and ensure only authorized personnel enter secure areas.

Surveillance & Alarm Monitoring:

• Monitor CCTV cameras, alarm panels, and building management systems.
• Respond to alarms or system alerts and dispatch appropriate personnel.

Emergency Response:

• Serve as first responder for incidents including fire, medical, or intrusion.
• Initiate emergency procedures and notify internal teams or public safety as needed.
• Complete incident reports with accurate and timely documentation.

Guest & Staff Support (Non-Event):

• Provide support for early arriving staff, late-night crews, and contracted vendors.
• Offer directions or assistance as needed to authorized personnel.

Operational Readiness Checks:

• Perform checks on lighting, emergency exits, fire panels, elevators, and utility rooms.
• Ensure readiness for any upcoming events or scheduled maintenance.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent situational awareness and attention to detail
• Strong verbal communication and documentation skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• High level of integrity and dependability
• Comfortable working independently during overnight or low-traffic hours
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential

Technology & Equipment Use:
Security Officers are expected to be proficient in the use of various security and communication tools, including:

• X-ray screening equipment for inspecting bags or packages
• Walk-through magnetometers and hand-held metal detectors
• Two-way radios and radio communication protocols
• Laptop and desktop computers for incident reporting and log entries
• iPads or mobile tablets for access control, digital logs, and workforce communication
• Access control systems, including badge readers and credential scanners
• CCTV and video surveillance systems (experience with Genetec, Avigilon, or similar platforms is a plus)

Training on all platforms will be provided, but prior experience is strongly preferred.

Education & Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current/Valid Guard Card (or ability to obtain as a condition of hire).
• Previous experience in security, event management, law enforcement, or customer service is a plus.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Regularly required to talk, hear, and interact with guests and staff.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and depth perception.
• Must be available to work evenings, holidays, and weekends as required.

Travel:

0% of travel time is expected for the position.

Compensation:
$27.50 per hour