Guard

Guard

Corporate Office - Bakersfield, CA

Overview

Salary Range $22.04 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Full Time Job Shift Rotating 12-hour Shift Education Level G.E.D or Equivalent Travel Percentage None Category Operations

Description

Kern Energy is hiring a Guard who is responsible for controlling access to the refinery, checking in and out trucks and contractors, verifying documentation, and monitoring the site for potential security or safety risks. Stationed primarily at the guard shack, this role ensures that only authorized personnel and vehicles enter or exit the facility. The successful candidate will exhibit Kern's core values of Teamwork, Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Connection.

Job Function

• Greet and check in all drivers, contractors, and visitors entering the facility.
• Verify that vehicles have proper permits, documentation, and safety compliance before allowing entry.
• Maintain accurate visitor and vehicle logs, including entry/exit times.
• Provide instructions and site orientation to drivers and visitors as needed.
• Monitor site entrances and perimeters for security or safety risks.
• Report suspicious activity, security violations, or incidents to appropriate personnel.
• Provide customer service and act as first point of contact for individuals entering the site.
• Maintain daily shift logs and submit required reports.
• Assist in emergency response by directing vehicles and personnel to safe areas.

Qualifications

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of safety and security protocols.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to remain alert, professional, and detail-oriented.
• Basic computer and record-keeping skills.

Education / Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Prior security, access control, or industrial facility experience preferred.

Guard

Corporate Office - Bakersfield, CA

Overview

Salary Range $22.04 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Full Time Job Shift Rotating 12-hour Shift Education Level G.E.D or Equivalent Travel Percentage None Category Operations

Description

Kern Energy is hiring a Guard who is responsible for controlling access to the refinery, checking in and out trucks and contractors, verifying documentation, and monitoring the site for potential security or safety risks. Stationed primarily at the guard shack, this role ensures that only authorized personnel and vehicles enter or exit the facility. The successful candidate will exhibit Kern's core values of Teamwork, Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Connection.

Job Function

• Greet and check in all drivers, contractors, and visitors entering the facility.
• Verify that vehicles have proper permits, documentation, and safety compliance before allowing entry.
• Maintain accurate visitor and vehicle logs, including entry/exit times.
• Provide instructions and site orientation to drivers and visitors as needed.
• Monitor site entrances and perimeters for security or safety risks.
• Report suspicious activity, security violations, or incidents to appropriate personnel.
• Provide customer service and act as first point of contact for individuals entering the site.
• Maintain daily shift logs and submit required reports.
• Assist in emergency response by directing vehicles and personnel to safe areas.

Qualifications

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of safety and security protocols.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to remain alert, professional, and detail-oriented.
• Basic computer and record-keeping skills.

Education / Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Prior security, access control, or industrial facility experience preferred.

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