Armed Quick Response Security Officer

Garda World Security; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 66,477,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

PTO and holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Uniform provided

Job summary

GardaWorld Security Services in Nashville and Springfield, Tennessee seeks an Armed Quick Response Security Officer to join our team. The role varies by day and event, blending customer service with patrols, surveillance, and rapid response.

This on-site position offers a competitive $20.00–$23.20 hourly wage, with benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, PTO, holidays, disability coverage, life insurance, and uniform provided at no cost.

Qualifications

• Age 21 or older.
• Valid Driver License with a clear MVR.
• Open availability to cover shifts/call-offs.
• Military, Law Enforcement, or Armed Corrections (6 months) experience preferred.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Proof of HS Diploma or GED.
• Able to pass extensive screening.
• Ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor premises to ensure security.
• Conduct patrols and spot suspicious activity.
• Control access points and verify identities.
• Respond quickly to incidents or threats.
• Provide customer service while maintaining security.
• Write detailed incident reports.
• Collaborate with authorities during serious situations.
• Ensure safety of people and property.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol awareness

Adaptability

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring an Armed Quick Response Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as an Armed Special Flex Security Guard

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. Tell us about how you embrace change and thrive in the heart of the action.

As a casual Armed Security Officer – Response, your role will vary depending on the day and special event. Whether it’s customer service, patrols, or surveillance, we need you to adapt with agility and precision.

What’s in it for you:

• Site Location: Nashville and Springfield, Tennessee
• Schedule varies. Must be available to cover for call off. Must have open availability. Must be available to cover 1st and 3rd shifts.
• Competitive hourly wage of $20.00 to $23.20 per hour (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities for an Armed Response Security Guard:

• Monitor the premises to ensure security
• Conduct patrols to spot any suspicious activity
• Control access points and verify identities
• Respond quickly to incidents or potential threats
• Provide excellent customer service while maintaining security
• Write detailed reports on events and incidents
• Collaborate with authorities during serious situations
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Qualifications for Quick Response Armed Security Guard:

• Must be over the age of 21.
• Must have a valid Driver License. Must have a clear Motor Vehicle Report.
• Must have open availability to cover for call off.
• Must have Military, Law Enforcement, or Armed Corrections (6 months) experience.
• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
• Be able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process
• Ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations
• Responsive and strong problem solving skills

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work.

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have tactical, surveillance, and concierge roles available.

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screening to be conducted after an offer of employment is extended.

It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment

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