Security Guard

About Us:

EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.

Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.

EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!

EMR is hiring a dedicated Security Guard to help ensure the safety and security of all yards in the New Jersey and Philadelphia area. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring incoming calls, observing camera feeds for suspicious activity, and patrolling designated yards. You'll also play a key role in managing incidents, working with local authorities when necessary, and maintaining thorough logs of any security-related occurrences.

This is a great position for someone with strong security experience and excellent communication skills who wants to make a meaningful impact on the safety of our facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Address security concerns.
• Patrol assigned, ensuring everything is secure.
• Monitor camera footage for suspicious activities, taking action as needed.
• Work with management to assess situations and determine next steps.
• Collaborate with the IT department and management to address security breaches and review camera footage.
• Engage with local law enforcement when necessary to ensure safety.
• Maintain detailed logs of incoming phone calls, alarms, and incidents.
• Assist with any other duties as needed.
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• A strong understanding of security protocols and patrolling techniques.
• Excellent documentation skills for reporting incidents accurately.
• The ability to stay alert and observant in order to detect potential security breaches.
• Capable of working independently while also being a strong team player.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  
  

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED-equivalent is required.
• 5 years of previous security experience is essential for this role.
  
  

Additional Information:

• Work is primarily performed outdoors, in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow), so you must be prepared for all types of elements.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
• Flexible hours are needed, including evenings and weekends, based on business needs.
• Ability to lift and carry light weights as required.
  
  

EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

• E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve lawful workforce.