EMT III - Remote Security Officer - Alpine

Job Description

The Remote Security Officer/EMT III provides services for a variety of large and small business clients in remote settings where health, safety and security is our #1 priority.  This is a remote camp setting on the North Slope of Alaska.  All duties are to be performed in accordance with NMS’ mission, vision, and values.

Responsibilities

• Personally, monitors and patrols either visually or electronically a variety of assigned buildings, areas, or grounds.
• Permits only properly authorize individuals to enter the property.
• Patrols premises and examines doors, windows, and gates to determine they are secure.
• Records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, etc.
• Warning violators of rule infractions and may apprehend or expel violators.
• Notifies on-site individuals of visitors wishing to see them.
• Properly responds to a variety of emergencies or disasters in order to preserve life and property.
• Operates camp billeting and access control systems and maintains a list of visitors or authorized companies/personnel who are allowed access to various areas.
• Checks heating, lighting, sprinkling, security, ventilation, fire, etc., systems to make sure they are operational.
• Provides transportation services using a variety of vehicles ranging from standard passenger vehicles to large passenger buses and off-road vehicles
• Provides emergency medical intervention including CPR, AED and patient movement.
• Notify supervisor if safety and sanitation standards are not being met.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have an EMT III certification
• Three (3) years of full-time professional security, law enforcement or military experience preferred.
• Post-secondary education in a related field may be substituted for experience.
• A valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under NMS’ vehicle insurance policy.
• Must be able to obtain and pay the Alaska Guard License fee of $97.00 prior to beginning work.
• Must obtain a State of Alaska Armed Guard License upon hire.
• Maintain a current State of Alaska security license in the use of firearms
• Must be eligible for qualify for various certifications such as TWIC, ATF Explosive Possessor card, etc.
• Must have basic computer skills to include but not limited to Microsoft office and contract specific software.
• Must pass all pre-employment contract requirements which may include but are not limited to: criminal background check, hair follicle drug test, physical and fit for duty assessment and hearing test.  Applicants not located near a testing facility are responsible for paying for travel to the nearest testing facility.
• Must be able to live in dormitory style settings and meet cleanliness requirements of the remote camp. 
• Must be able to cooperate and work as part of a team with fellow employees, customers and clients. 
• Must be able to make decisions in the moment with little to no supervision.
• Must be able to work a 2 week on / 2 week off rotational schedule.
• Must be able to be on your feet for 12 hours per shift for the scheduled rotation.
• Contract requires employees to speak, understand, read and write English.
• Must meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set forth by the company and client.

 

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Weather: Indoors and Outdoors, frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

Noise level: Moderate to Loud.

Description of environment: This position is located on the North Slope of Alaska at remote camps and surrounding facilities.

Physical requirements: Employee is required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Frequently to constantly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands/fingers to handle or feel, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk/hear, see, taste/smell, and carry weight/lift.

Physical requirements: Fit For Duty Test

• Lift 50 lbs. from floor to knuckle x2
• Lift 50 lbs. from floor to waist x2
• Carry 35 lbs. with two hands for a minimum distance of 150 feet, self-paced but continuous
• Push horizontally with a peak force of 60 f-lbs. with two hands.
• Pull horizontally with a peak force of 60 f-lbs. with two hands.
• Perform alternate cross over toe touches x10 each side, self-paced but continuous.
• Kneel on one knee and stand. Return to kneel on opposite knee. Repeat alternate kneeling sequence x 3 for each knee, self-paced but continuous,
• From a supine, recumbent position, while wearing arctic gear, test recipient must be able to stand without assistance x 3, self-paced (this task must be accomplished safely without significant loss of balance or falling and without assistance). Allow one re-test when there is a loss of balance considered unsafe or a fall.)
• Walk on a treadmill at 3 MPH for 10 minutes with good balance
• Climb up and down 10 steps x 2 for a total of 20 steps, self-paced.
• Climb up and down 10 steps x2 for a total of 20 steps while carrying 30 lbs. in one hand and using the other hand to gasp a railing for safety, self-paced.
• Perform shovel test
  • The shovel simulation is conducted for a test period of three (3) minutes, self-paced but continuous using a standard snow shovel with a  3 lb. weight attached to the shovel blade.

 

Competencies

• Customer Service – Provides outstanding customer service; manages difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to customer needs; responds to request for service and assistance; meets commitments in a timely manner.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to other ideas.
• Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
• Written Communication – Writes incident, logs and other reports clearly; able to read and interpret written information.