Security Officer I (Thursday – Sunday, 6:30 am – 5:00 pm shift)

Penumbrainc

Alameda · USD 22-30 / hour · 2+ years experience · Onsite · Posted Oct 2, 2026

At a glance

Experience
2+ years experience
Workplace
Onsite
Location
Alameda
Salary
USD 22-30 / hour

About the role

  • The Security Officer I is responsible for the general physical security of facilities and the company’s campus grounds under direct supervision.
  • This role requires accurately documenting and communicating irregular or unusual conditions on an ongoing basis.
  • The position follows a specific work schedule of Thursday through Sunday from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Responsibilities

  • Provide a visible presence to discourage vandalism, theft, and burglary.
  • Observe, report, and effectively communicate all site conditions.
  • Conduct onsite patrols and prevent access to unauthorized personnel.
  • Notify and coordinate site emergency response.
  • Document and report facilities, health, and environmental safety issues.
  • Interact cordially and professionally with employees and visitors.
  • Assist in monitoring and securing miscellaneous hazardous materials used in the production process.
  • Maintain all credentials necessary to perform as a Proprietary Private Security Officer.
  • Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) and applicable regulations.
  • Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Maintain all credentials necessary to perform as a Proprietary Private Security Officer.
  • Internal candidates must be in good standing with the company.
  • Ability to pass a background check with no convictions related to moral turpitude.
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time (at least 50 minutes per hour).
  • Working knowledge of standard office tools.
  • Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to work a schedule of Thursday through Sunday from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Preferred qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience as a Security Guard
  • Certification

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • AD&D insurance
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Eleven paid company holidays per year
  • Minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year

Workplace

  • Environment includes office, laboratory, warehouse, shipping/receiving, and cleanroom areas.

Skills

  • Standard Office Tools
  • Computer
  • Printer
  • Copy Machine
  • Spreadsheets

Penumbrainc

Security Officer I (Thursday – Sunday, 6:30 am – 5:00 pm shift)

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