Grocery Store Security Officer

Securitas Security Services USA Inc

Lewiston, ME

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Accounts Payable, Customer Support/Service, Employee Assistance Plan, Firearms Experience, Grocery Stores, Law Enforcement, Loss Prevention, Mace Experience, Regulations, Retail Management, Retirement Plan, Risk
LOCATION
Lewiston, ME
POSTED
30+ days ago

Grocery Store Security Officer

Schedule: Thursday - Monday, 2pm-10pm

Your Role

Your primary responsibility is to provide a visible, professional deterrent to crime. You support Store Management and Asset Protection (AP) through observation, presence, and reporting - not enforcement.

Where You Are Posted

  • Primary Post: Front entrance/exit
  • Secondary Duties: Periodic interior and exterior patrols
  • Follow direction from Store Management or Asset Protection

Professional Presence

Be polite and respectful at all times

Observe and report only

Do not argue with or accuse customers

Uniform Requirements

  • Full agency‑issued uniform at all times, with visible identification and insignia
  • Inclement weather outerwear must match uniform and display insignia

Prohibited Items (Strictly Enforced)

No weapons or restraints are permitted on Shaw's / Star Market property, including:

  • Firearms, tasers, stun guns
  • Batons, nightsticks, impact weapons
  • Pepper spray, mace, or chemical agents
  • Handcuffs or restraints of any kind

What You MAY Do

Observe and report suspicious activity

Provide backup support when requested by Management or AP

Assist when Management or AP asks individuals to leave the premises

Complete written incident reports per agency procedures

What You MUST NOT Do

?? Approach or question shoplifters or suspected shoplifters

?? Detain, chase, block, or touch any individual

?? Use physical force under any circumstances

Safety First

  • Personal and public safety are the top priorities
  • Never risk injury to recover merchandise
  • If a situation escalates: disengage immediately, contact Store Management, AP, or law enforcement as directed

Starting Pay: $21.00 hr

Available Schedules:

  • Schedule 1 Full Time 1430-2230 (Monday- Friday)

  • Schedule 2 Part Time 1430-2230 (Saturday-Sunday)

We help make your world a safer place.

Securitas is a global company that offers the most advanced and sustainable security solutions in the industry. We are located in 47 countries and have 355,000 employees worldwide and over 150,000 clients.

Securitas plays an essential role for our clients and in society. The Security Officer position helps maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by actively monitoring the premises, including patrolling a variety of locations. They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Frequently our Security Officers will provide customer service and information to a client's employees and customers.

We are driven by a clear corporate culture and purpose, which helps us live according to our values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. These values are at the heart of our culture, help define who we are and guide our actions.

No experience necessary! If you have retail, food service or hospitality industry background you are a great fit for this role; if not, we will provide you with the training and everything you need for a great introduction to a career in the security industry.

Are you interested in being part of our Team?

  • Apply quickly and efficiently online
  • Interview from the convenience of your own home
  • Weekly pay
  • Competitive benefits
  • Flexible schedules

With over 80 years of protecting the things that matter, we've seen more than most. That's why Securitas is the partner of choice for companies and an employer of choice for candidates worldwide.

See a different world.

"Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic."

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Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients'' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we're looking for you to join the Securitas team.

Benefits include:

  • Retirement plan
  • Employer-provided medical and dental coverage
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Voluntary life and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance plan
  • Securitas Saves discount program
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time away from work

Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply.

Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members.

About the Company

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Securitas Security Services USA Inc

Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. is the largest provider of security officer services in the United States. Securitas USA affiliated companies are market leaders in providing security solutions, including uniformed security officers, consulting & investigations, and security systems integration. More than 80% of the Fortune 1000 are Securitas clients serviced by over 600 branch office operations throughout the U.S., with approximately 100,000 employees. U.S. revenues in 2005 were over $3 billion. Securitas USA is the result of the combination of the businesses of many legendary U.S. security firms - most notably, Pinkerton's Inc. (founded in 1850) and Burns International Security Services (founded in 1909). The three dots on our logo represent our values, "Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness" and are qualities our employees are proud to demonstrate daily. EOE M/F/D/V
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Security and Surveillance
FOUNDED
1850
WEBSITE
http://www.securitasinc.com/