Morning Security Officer

Morning Security Officer
Former Military / Law Enforcement Strongly Invited to Apply!

Worksite: Cupertino, California
Pay Rate: $25/hr ($26/hr following a successful 90-day performance review)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Thursday through Monday, 05:00AM - 02:00PM

Benefits At A Glance

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retirement Plan

Role Snapshot

TRIDENT is bringing on a Morning Security Officer to supply dedicated protection and safety services at client locations in Cupertino, CA. This early-morning shift is a great fit for a driven, detail-minded professional who performs at their best in structured settings and takes real pride in starting each day by keeping the environment safe and orderly. If you show up on time, stay physically engaged, and feel confident keeping things secure through the morning, this opening was built with you in mind.

What You’ll Handle:

• Work alongside a team of Security Specialists to safeguard customers and employees in retail environments
• Perform foot patrols of your assigned areas to keep a steady visible presence and deter incidents
• Stay watchful, record, and react to unusual or unsafe conditions on the property
• Look into and write up security incidents, accidents, and any maintenance issues you spot
• Respond to calls for help from supervisors or client representatives
• Back up client staff during evacuations, emergencies, or hazardous conditions
• Pitch in on crowd control situations and coordinate with emergency services as needed
• Check employee IDs at client access points
• Enforce parking rules and help resolve vehicle-related incidents or disputes
• Welcome and support customers and staff warmly and professionally
• Answer medical emergencies with First Aid, CPR, or AED care (if certified)
• Inspect exteriors to make sure doors, gates, and windows are properly secured
• Attend daily shift briefings and pass along site updates to fellow team members
• Complete mobile patrols between retail sites when directed
• Keep all assigned company equipment in strong working order
• Turn in thorough, accurate written reports as required
• Take on extra tasks assigned by TRIDENT management

Background & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Previous security experience is preferred

Required Credentials:

• Valid California Driver's License
• Valid BSIS Guard Card

Essential Competencies:

• Self-Control: Keeps things professional and composed when pressure is high
• Stress Tolerance: Deals with criticism and tough situations calmly and effectively
• Dependability: Consistently punctual, reliable, and accountable
• Initiative: Takes ownership of assigned work and pushes through challenges independently
• Critical Thinking: Weighs situations carefully and picks the right response
• Teamwork: Adds to a positive, cooperative team environment
• Interpersonal Skills: Interacts professionally and effectively with clients, coworkers, and the public

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• May be asked to drive a company vehicle between client locations
• Assignments cover multiple retail sites
• Must be comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather
• Involves frequent walking and standing with occasional extended sitting
• Must be available for weekends, holidays, and overtime when required

Classification & Reporting:

The Security Specialist holds a full-time, hourly, non-exempt role and reports directly to the Field Supervisor.

About TRIDENT

TRIDENT is made up of skilled Security Specialists committed to delivering top-tier Tier-1 security support services to our clients on time and at the strongest value available. A TRIDENT Security Specialist is often the first face people see and the go-to contact for clients and the public. Professionalism, safety, and outstanding customer service are the foundation of the work. Our strength as a company comes from each officer carrying the TRIDENT name with integrity and excellence.

Our Core Principles

• Act with honesty and integrity in everything we do
• Pursue excellence on every assignment
• Provide outstanding service to customers and employees
• Support and safeguard our clients' operational and technical goals

TRIDENT Security Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.