Lead Security Guard (On-site), Compton

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Lead Security Guard to join our team. In this role, you will take charge of on-site security-related incidents, oversee guard posts, monitor parking lot activity and the shipping yard, and ensure the safety of all employees, contractors and property. You will also lead the response at designated posts when necessary for driver issues, business disruptions and system failures. As Security Lead, you will enforce all company policies and procedures, maintain order during emergencies and ensure a safe working environment through professional leadership and proactive intervention. Applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and a state-issued security guard license. The ideal candidate has a strong working knowledge of security technology systems, including CCTV, access control and Yard Management Systems (YMS).

A day on the job looks like this:

Supervising and supporting on-site security personnel across all properties and shifts

Responding promptly to driver complaints, incidents and other yard-related issues

Acting as the lead responder to disruptions in business operations, including system outages and alarms

Coordinating and responding to medical emergencies, alarm activations and critical security threats

Developing and managing guard schedules, shift coverage and timekeeping to ensure adequate site coverage

Monitoring and managing access control systems and CCTV surveillance across all properties

Training new and existing guards on the YMS and other security technologies

Conducting on-site investigations and preparing detailed incident and activity reports

Enforcing all security policies and procedures consistently and fairly

Leading in managing confrontations, de-escalating threats and resolving conflicts in a professional manner

Maintaining a strong security presence while upholding customer service standards

Observing and reporting incidents to management and appropriate city authorities

Wearing the required security uniform to remain easily identifiable at all times

Working in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions regularly