Athens Services

Security Operations Jr. Specialist

Athens Services  •  $22 - $25/hr  •  United States (Hybrid)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Athens Services Security’s mission is to deliver a safe and secure workplace for all Athens employees, facilities, and customers. The Athens Security Operations Center (ASOC) supports this mission by providing 24/7 monitoring, incident response, and risk management services across more than 37 facilities in Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura counties.

The Jr. Specialist / Security Patrol Rover role is a hybrid position designed to provide operational flexibility. Team members will support the ASOC as entry-level Specialists, assisting with monitoring and incident reporting, while also serving as roving security support for Athens facilities. Patrol Rovers will respond to staffing gaps, conduct security checks, and ensure physical controls are in place at sites.

This position requires adaptability, strong communication skills, and the ability to switch between command center operations and field patrol duties.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist ASOC Specialists with monitoring security technologies (CCTV, access control, incident reporting platforms).
  • Triage and document incidents under the guidance of Specialists.
  • Conduct roving patrols across Athens facilities in a company vehicle to ensure security presence and coverage.
  • Fill site security staffing gaps as directed by ASOC leadership.
  • Perform physical security checks (perimeter inspections, door checks, alarm testing, equipment verification).
  • Provide visible deterrence to theft, vandalism, and trespassing through patrol activity.
  • Support emergency response efforts (fire, medical, intrusions, hazardous conditions).
  • Deliver clear, professional reports and communications from both ASOC and field assignments.
  • Ability to quickly collect, assess, and analyze information necessary to brief stakeholders on critical, time-sensitive security and safety issues.

Required Qualifications:

  • One (1)+ year of experience in security operations, patrol operations, and or customer service.
  • One (1)+ year of experience with investigations and report writing.
  • Technical knowledge of basic physical security controls (locks, access control systems, alarms, CCTV).
  • Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record.
  • Strong verbal communication skills and ability to interact professionally with employees, contractors, and the public.
  • Ability to write clear, concise reports.
  • Comfortable working both in a command center environment and in the field.
  • Must be able to walk, stand, and patrol for extended periods and drive long distances between sites.
  • Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in a security operations center (SOC/GSOC) or as a security patrol officer.
  • Familiarity with Southern California geography and road networks.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills.

Hourly Wage: $22.00 - $25.00/hour

Schedule: Tuesday - Sunday from 7:00 pm - 5:00 am

Benefits:

  • Competitive wages
  • Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401K
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time
  • Career plan
  • Recognition programs
  • Professional development learning
  • An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran

Athens Services

About Athens Services

Who We Are:

Athens Services is a family-owned and operated waste collection and recycling company. We started hauling with one truck in 1957 on the simple principle of providing exceptional, personalized service. Today, we serve more than 275,000 customers in 50 communities throughout the greater Los Angeles area.

What We Do:

We provide innovative, reliable, and high-quality waste processing, recycling, and other environmental services for residential, commercial, and public-sector customers. We are a regional leader in the industry, known for investing in the communities we serve, the people we employ, and the technology that will foster a sustainable environment for generations to come. Through reuse, recycling and composting, Athens diverts valuable resources from landfills.

What We Believe:

Athens’ mission remains much as it has always been: Provide great service to our customers; employ and develop great people; and foster a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment. That’s what we call The Athens Way. We are more than a corporation; we are family-owned and operated, and always will be.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
City of Industry, CA
Year Founded
1957
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