Turnaround Security Officer: BP Cherry Point Refinery

JOB SUMMARY
Under direct supervision of the Security Sergeant, the Turnaround (TAR) Security Officer provides protection of work sites, personnel, and assets from events such as trespassing, unauthorized entry, and other disruptive incidents. Performing access control at a perimeter gate (traffic or walk-thru booth) and/or performing security patrols is a core function of the position.

This is a temporary, full-time position for a refinery maintenance period (turnaround) at a client site. Duration will be approx. 6-8 weeks, with potential full-time permanent employment dependent on available vacancies and individual work performance.

• Applicable WA security license, fingerprinting, and TWIC fees will be paid by the employer.

WORK SCHEDULE
Turnaround Security Officers work 12-hour shifts on either a day or night rotation. Every two weeks, employees will work a minimum of 84 hours (64 hours at the regular pay rate and 20 hours paid as overtime). Extra shifts will be available during a turnaround period, giving this position the opportunity to earn additional overtime pay.

Open availability and flexibility are required to meet the contract needs of the client.
There are times when employees may be asked to work on days that would ordinarily be their scheduled days off. These additional pay opportunities include scheduled refinery turnaround periods and covering open shifts when needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license
• Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) or able to obtain
• State of Washington Security Officer license or able to obtain
• Ability to speak, write, and comprehend the English language and apply written and verbal policies/procedures.
• This position requires open availability for days, nights, weekends, or holidays.
• The candidate must successfully pass the company’s pre-employment screening process, including a drug screen, criminal background investigation, and physical exam.

PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

• Customer service-related field.
• Previous experience in security, military, law enforcement or fire service (paid or volunteer).
• Experience working at an oil refinery, manufacturing, or other industrial facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to work in a safe manner and follow client safety policy at all times.
• Performs duties during the day or night, in a variety of settings, environments, and varying weather conditions.
• Primary access control functions include checking identification cards or access badges, and processing visitors and escorts to verify individuals are authorized to enter the facility.
• Perform searches of vehicles, delivery trucks, and conduct personnel screening.
• Operate gate traffic barriers to prevent unauthorized entry of vehicles and monitor all activity within view for safety hazards and suspicious or unusual activity.
• Perform foot or vehicle patrols (requiring safe operation of a motor vehicle).
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and situational awareness in a safe manner.
• Observe, recall, and distinguish characteristics of persons, suspects, vehicles, locations, or property.
• Observes and confronts suspicious persons, reports situations immediately, and takes appropriate action while maintaining composure and control if uncooperative or hostile.
• Effectively and coherently initiates or responds to communication using a two-way radio, telephone, or messaging application.
• Utilize clear and appropriate communication skills when interacting with people.
• Comprehend, evaluate, and correctly respond to information received.
• Gather information and complete detailed daily logs and forms, with the ability to clearly and accurately document obtained information into written form (reports or statements).
• Read, comprehend, and follow company and client policies and procedures.
• Exercise sound judgment in determining appropriate action(s) to be taken during dynamic and changing situations.
• Remains courteous and professional.
• Willingness to perform other additional duties as required.

BENEFITS
Not eligible for benefits.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Turnaround Security Officers work in and around an oil refinery sitting and/or standing for extended periods inside a traffic booth or outside in inclement weather while working routinely around vehicle traffic entering or exiting near a gate. Other duties may include driving within an industrial facility and exterior property where construction and maintenance activity and heavy equipment are present.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Applicant will be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-hire physical.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is DUS’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
DUS is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: From $20.66 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21