Transport Security Officer Full-Time

Who we are

Here at Vireo Health, Inc. (“Vireo”) our mission is to bring the best of technology, science, and engineering to the cannabis industry. We are a physician-led, customer-focused team of more than 500 dedicated employees creating best-in-class cannabis products and customer experiences. Vireo is proud to have one of the most diverse workforces in cannabis, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion through engaging employee outreach programs, community events, and non-profit partnerships. We are rapidly expanding nationwide, and we are looking for talented, compassionate, and dedicated people to join our team and help us grow. From Cultivation to Operations to Sales & Marketing, we are hiring people who share our vision and passion for improving people’s lives. If you are looking for a positive work environment where your contributions truly make a difference, click apply and let us learn about you!

What you will do

 This position is responsible for Professional Security protection, safeguarding, safety, and security of assets, property, personnel, customers and all visitors, at various production and dispensary locations. Perform all appropriate related and unrelated duties, as directed. This is a physical security position. This position serves as a traditional security officer when needed but also participates in the direct transportation of currency/product between production facility and dispensary. 

Key Responsibilities 

Meeting the physical requirements of the job and the ability to work in the environmental conditions listed below to perform common security functions and duties. 

• Performing security patrols by company or client vehicle and/or on foot; 

• Protect property from theft, embezzlement, sabotage, trespassing, fire and accidents; 
• The observation and reporting of any unlawful activity; 
• The prevention of theft or misappropriation of any goods, money or other items of value; 
• The protection of individuals or property, including but not limited to proprietary information, from harm or misappropriation; 
• The control of access to premises being protected; 

• Crowd control in public areas; 
•  Investigate and take the appropriate lawfully action as authorized by Vireo Health on accidents, incidents, trespassing, suspicious activities, safety, and fire; 
• Neutralize situations calmly with tact and common sense. 
• Watch for safety and fire hazards and other security related situations; 
• Enforcing client’s policies and procedures; 

• Provide any needed assistance to customers, employees, visitors, or the public; 
• Perform requests (after being provided approved training and documentation by the Chief Security Officer) by the client, within the scope of our duties or within reason; 
• Serve as training officer to new security staff; 
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in written form; Required documentation by writing reports; 
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Vireo Health Management Team, Field Operations Manager, or Site Lead; including transportation of product and currency as needed from production site to dispensary. 

• Drive a Company vehicle for work-related purposes (for driving positions); 
• Maintain the professional standards of Vireo Health by following the policies and procedures of company; 
• Obey the laws of the applicable state; and 
• Abide by the Private Security Professional Code of Ethics in upholding professionalism and integrity of the industry. 

Physical and Environmental Requirements: 

The Americans with Disability Act prohibits discrimination against a qualified individual with a disability. To be qualified for this position, an individual must meet the following standards and/or be able to perform the essential functions and activities with or without reasonable accommodation. This is a physical security position. The ability to perform under the following environmental and/or physical conditions is central to the position. 

Environmental: 

Work is performed year-round, inside and outside buildings and/or vehicles with exposure to inclement weather and unpredictable crisis situations; 

Possible agricultural environments with high levels of noise, dust, dirt, and manufacturing machinery such as; saws, chains, wood chippers, forklifts, etc; 

Shift work required, including day, swing, night, weekends and holidays all year-round; 

Work alone in poorly lit areas all hours, including nights. 

Physical: 

Since we are a private security component, we have many different types of work that can vary and change. Current services and expectations can change rapidly. Physical requirements can vary depending on the job assignment and work site. All officers can be assigned to a variety of different job assignments and work sites depending on current needs. The following physical requirements apply to all the different types of physical security we provide: 

• Navigating distances and times: 

• Comfortably navigate 2 security rounds per hour. Rounds can range from vary from: 
• Distance of 1/8th of a mile to 1+ miles per hour; 
• Hourly round times can range from 15 minutes to 50 minutes of physical patrol time around to protect various properties. 

Navigating environments includes: 

• Outside in the elements and inclement weather conditions; 
• Inside buildings
• Surfaces and environmental terrain can vary from (but not limited to); 
• Carpet tile, wood, concrete, asphalt, grass, curbs, uneven gravel and dirt; 
• Uneven ground surfaces; common at mill and/or construction work sites. 
• Surfaces can be slippery with, water, ice, or snow in incline weather. 
• Maneuver safely up and down flights of stairs multiple times a round or shift. Stairs can be inside or outside. Also to navigate up / down hilly terrain, over curbs and other obstacles. 
• Lift, carry or push weight in the following range: 5 to 50 pounds. 
• Continuously stand at an assigned post from 2 hours to 10 hours (with legal break times). 

EEO Statement

Vireo Health, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. www.vireohealth.com