Entry Level Security Officer

Securitas, Inc.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas USA is seeking a Security Officer in Reading, PA to maintain a safe and secure environment for clients by actively monitoring the premises and enforcing regulations. You will play a key role in preserving order and safeguarding personnel, visitors, and property.

Ideal candidates have customer service experience and the ability to observe, report, and respond to incidents with professionalism and independence as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Must have customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and patrol assigned premises.
• Enforce client site regulations, policies, and directives to maintain order and security.
• Observe and report suspicious activity, security concerns, and potential safety hazards.
• Control access to client facilities and support the safety of employees, visitors, and the public.
• Respond to security-related incidents and follow established procedures to help protect people and property.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service experience

Job description

About Securitas USA

Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. is the global leader in protective services, delivering specialized guarding, advanced technology solutions, and comprehensive risk management to clients across a wide range of industries. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to help make your world a safer place. With a proud legacy of 90 years, built on trust, innovation, and international expertise, we take pride in offering security solutions that are tailored to each client’s unique needs. By combining cutting-edge technology with exceptional service, we continue to redefine what safety and security mean in today's world.

Location: Reading, PA

Wage: $17.50-18.00/ hour

Required Qualifications:

• Must have customer service experience

What You’ll Do

As a Security Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for our clients by actively monitoring the premises. This position plays a key role in preserving orders while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area.

• Monitor and patrol assigned premises.
• Enforce client site regulations, policies, and directives to maintain order and security.
• Observe and report suspicious activity, security concerns, and potential safety hazards.
• Control access to client facilities and support the safety of employees, visitors, and the public.
• Respond to security-related incidents and follow established procedures to help protect people and property.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Who you are

An ideal candidate is:

• Observant and detail-oriented, with the ability to identify and report suspicious activity or safety concerns.
• Professional and customer-focused, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable enforcing site policies, procedures, and security protocols.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Adaptable and willing to follow established procedures while responding to changing security needs.

Why you would want to join the team

• Make a Difference: Help protect people, property, and communities by creating a safer environment for clients and the public.
• Build Your Career: Gain valuable experience and develop skills that can open doors to future opportunities in the security industry.
• Be Part of a Team: Work alongside dedicated professionals who value integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness.
• Grow Your Skills: Develop communication, problem-solving, customer service, and conflict-resolution skills through hands-on experience.
• Explore Opportunities: Discover a variety of assignments, industries, and work environments that match your interests and career goals.
• Work with Purpose: Be part of a company with a long-standing commitment to helping make the world a safer place.