Marine Terminal Security Guard
Company
Greenwich Terminals LLC
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
Via
Indeed
Job Description
The Packer Avenue Marine Terminal is operated by Greenwich Terminals LLC and is one of the most productive terminals in the United States.
The facility employs 12 highly productive and safe in-house labor crews and offers 19 start times which creates greater flexibility for vessel departure and arrival times. This adds up to cargo being moved faster, discharged faster, and saves distributors time and money.
Greenwich Terminals LLC is a marine terminal located in Philadelphia, PA and is seeking highly motivated individuals to work an entry level position. Candidates must be able to work in a fast paced, ever changing, drug free environment. Security experience a plus, high school diploma or equivalent required. Applicants must be able to follow/enforce security and safety rules that allow a safe and secure work place. Candidates should be able to resolve issues that deviate from the norm, and deescalate tension when issues arise.
Individuals should possess the following qualities:
• Must possess Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Operate and access control system
• Monitor CCTV system
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Communicate by use of 2-way radios, telephones and computers
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as trespassing
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitors entrances and exits
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities
• Provide assistance to customers, employees and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
• Must possess a valid Drivers license, five years of driving experience preferred.
• Must have flexible availability for the weekly work schedule.
• This is a full time position and you must be available for evening, night and weekend hours.
Company is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, paid vacation, and holidays.
Company is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, paid vacation, and holidays.
The facility employs 12 highly productive and safe in-house labor crews and offers 19 start times which creates greater flexibility for vessel departure and arrival times. This adds up to cargo being moved faster, discharged faster, and saves distributors time and money.
Greenwich Terminals LLC is a marine terminal located in Philadelphia, PA and is seeking highly motivated individuals to work an entry level position. Candidates must be able to work in a fast paced, ever changing, drug free environment. Security experience a plus, high school diploma or equivalent required. Applicants must be able to follow/enforce security and safety rules that allow a safe and secure work place. Candidates should be able to resolve issues that deviate from the norm, and deescalate tension when issues arise.
Individuals should possess the following qualities:
• Must possess Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Operate and access control system
• Monitor CCTV system
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Communicate by use of 2-way radios, telephones and computers
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as trespassing
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitors entrances and exits
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities
• Provide assistance to customers, employees and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
• Must possess a valid Drivers license, five years of driving experience preferred.
• Must have flexible availability for the weekly work schedule.
• This is a full time position and you must be available for evening, night and weekend hours.
Company is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, paid vacation, and holidays.
Company is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, paid vacation, and holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
