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Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp

Unarmed Security Guard - Overnight

Salisbury, MD

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Seniority
Mid level
Stated salary
$20,000 per year
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
3 Nov 2026

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Description

POSITION REQUIRES A MARYLAND SECURITY GUARD CARD

HOURS:

  • Monday - Friday
  • 10:00 P.M. - 6:00 A.M.

Overtime and Weekend required based on business needs

Why Should You Apply?

  • Competitive Pay: $18.00/hr + $2.00 Evening Shift Differential
  • $1,000 Sign-On Bonus: Paid in two installments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employment for eligible full-time positions.
  • Employee Referral Bonus: Earn $500 for each referred candidate who is hired.
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage available for employees and their families. Full-time employees are eligible beginning the first day of the month following their start date.
  • Company-Paid Insurance: $20,000 AD&D life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided at no cost to full-time employees.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for eligible employees.
  • 401(k) with 5% Company Match: Available for full-time and part-time employees.
  • Paid Holidays: Six company-paid holidays each year.
  • Paid Sick and Vacation:
  • 80 hours during your first year
  • 96 hours after 1 year
  • 144 hours after 5 years
  • 168 hours after 10 years
  • Career Growth Opportunities: Advance within your department or explore opportunities across the shipyard while working with a supportive and empowered team.
  • Overtime Opportunities: Available for hours worked beyond 40 per week.

REPORTS TO : Security Supervisor / Safety & Security Manager / Shipyard Superintendent

About the job: This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES : Manage the security and safety of the shipyard premises. Monitor the front gate and access points around the shipyard.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & TASKS :

Patrol buildings, grounds, and perimeters of the shipyard via golf cart or on foot.

Investigate suspicious activities and disturbances.

Immediately report security breaches to designated law enforcement agents.

Prevent illegal or inappropriate actions by maintaining a high visibility presence.

Informing personnel and visitors of security procedures.

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • All types of physical movement are required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to use upper and lower extremities.
  • Ability to work outside in heat, inclement weather, and cold.
  • Ability to crawl, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend around and under equipment, on ladders up to 24' at heights up to 70', stairs, scaffolds, through small accesses, enter inside of tanks, and confined spaces, through hatches, and manholes throughout much of the work shift.
  • Occasionally lift/move up to 75 pounds.
  • Able to work over bodies of water.

REQUIREMENTS: MARYLAND SECURITY GUARD CARD

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Normal level of visual acuity needed. Must be able to understand and follow directions. Normal hearing level needed. Hand-eye coordination required.

HAZARDS: Weather, fumes, moving mechanical parts, equipment, and vibration.

Original posting on Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp's site ↗

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