Armed Security Guard

GardaWorld; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Uniform provided

Job summary

GardaWorld is seeking a Tactical Security Officer in Queens, NY. This role emphasizes reading environments, anticipating risk, and acting to protect people and property.

Qualified candidates must have NY Armed Guard License and TWIC, with a strong readiness for shift work in various settings including retail and airports. Expect a competitive hourly wage of $32.00, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• High School Diploma or GED required
• First aid certification is an asset
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
• New York Security Armed Guard License required
• TWIC required

Responsibilities

• Patrol sensitive areas to spot suspicious activity
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents
• Check proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• Document incidents and actions taken
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Ensure safety and protection of individuals and property

Skills

Observation skills

Patrol / surveillance

Access control

Incident response

Documentation

Collaboration with law enforcement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Alarm systems

Security cameras

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Tactical Security Officer! Law Enforcement or Military Experience Preferred Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard Queens NY?

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.

As a Security Officer – Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc. New York Security Armed Guard License Required. TWIC Required.

What’s in it for you:

• Site Location: Queens, NY
• Set schedule: 1st Schedule, Sunday to Wednesday 7:00AM - 3:00PM. 2nd Schedule, Saturday to Monday 3:00PM - 11:00PM and Thursday 7:00AM - 3:00PM.
• Competitive hourly wage of $32.00 / 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 of Tactical Security Guard

• Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• Document incidents and actions taken
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Qualifications of Tactical Security Guard

• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
• First aid certification is an asset
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
• If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
• New York Security Armed Guard License required
• TWIC Required.

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.

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.

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 NY# 11000162095