Security Officer

Colonna's Shipyard is looking to obtain experienced candidates within our Security Department.

We are pleased to accept resumes for Armed Security Guards.

This is a full-time or part-time position with competitive pay, based on experience, and immediate work within our headquarters in Norfolk, VA.

• Writing daily reports regarding the activities and any disturbances
• Verify identification badges of employees, visitors, subcontractors, and temporary employees
• Check tool bags and vehicles that are entering and exiting the shipyard and its premises
• Log all visitors
• Confirm property passes when material is removed from the facility
• Escort terminated employees, or any person requiring removal, from the facility
• Investigate and report suspicious activity
• Push open and close parking lot gates, approximately weighing 100 lbs.
• Conduct thorough patrol, both foot and vehicular for entire shipyard, vessels, dry docks, buildings, piers, mobile offices, off-site properties and trade shops
• In case of fire and other emergencies, contact fire departments or other appropriate service providers.
• Check lights, alarm systems, windows, doors, and gates for proper functioning
• Provide First Aid/CPR in the absence of Safety Personnel and maintain qualifications for First Responder
• Works in conjunction with Captain / Corporal o

• Must have an active DCJS armed certification or willing to obtain/renew.
• Must have their own weapon. 
• Must be available to work all shifts (1st, 2nd, 3rd).
• Minimum of 2 years patrolling experience.
• Must have reliable transportation, maintain a valid Drivers License with a record that allows the operation of company vehicles.
• VADCJS Armed Security Officer Arrest Authority preferred.
• Stable employment history.
• Capable of passing a physical fitness test, health exam, background investigation and periodic drug test.
• First Responder/CPR qualified.
• Understand and act upon instruction.
• Able to climb metal stairs, inclined gangways, and vertical ladders up to 40 feet in case of an emergency.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots/shoes and , when necessary, respirator.
• Work independently to complete responsibilities.
• Must have regular, reliable attendance.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Position compensation is based on experience.

Our benefits include: 
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K, company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Legal Services
• Annual performance evaluations 
• On-site Human Resources
• On-site gym
• Free and close proximity parking
• Employee perks/gifts and more

Colonna’s Shipyard and our affiliates are pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE / M / F / DISABILITY / VET

• Respect
• Pride
• Truth
• Family

These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.