Armed Surveillance Security – Bank

GardaWorld; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; 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 Security Services in Portland, Oregon is seeking an Armed Security Officer to monitor surveillance feeds, deter threats, and report incidents with precision.

This full-time role offers an 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. schedule (Mon–Thu) at $28/hour, plus medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with employer matching, PTO, holidays, disability, life insurance, and uniform provided. Training and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• High School Diploma or GED required; strong report writing skills
• 1 year minimum Armed Security/Military/Law Enforcement experience preferred
• 21 years or older
• Armed DPSST certification (if applicable)

Responsibilities

• Document observed events and incidents with detailed reports
• Respond quickly to incidents or potential threats
• Conduct regular patrols to ensure premises safety
• Control access to secure areas and verify visitor identities
• Collaborate with law enforcement in emergencies
• Ensure safety and protection of individuals and property

Skills

Observation skills

Attention to detail

Report writing

Patrols/compliance

Threat assessment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Armed Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Armed Security Officer? What matters most about a role like this is your sharp eye, capturing every detail as you scan a series of screens. Tell us about your strong observation skills with attention to detail.

As a Security Officer — Surveillance, you will be the person spotting threats before they escalated in environments such as a security operations centers, call centers, parking gatehouses, etc.

What’s In It For You

• Site Location: Portland, Oregon
• Set schedule: Full-time, Monday thru Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Days, 38 Hours
• Competitive hourly wage of $28 / 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 a Armed Security Officer

• Document observed events and incidents, writing detailed reports
• Respond quickly to incidents or potential threats
• Conduct regular patrols to ensure the safety of the premises
• Control access to secure areas and verify the identities of visitors
• Collaborate with law enforcement in case of serious situations or emergencies
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Qualifications Of a Armed Security Officer

• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GEDStrong report writing skills
• Sharp visual activity and exceptional concentration skills
• If you have 1 year minimum of Armed Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience
• If you are 21, or older
• If you have your Armed DPSST

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.

Not the job for you? We also have tactical, concierge, and even casual 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