Flex Security Guard

Garda World Security; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

PTO

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Uniform provided

Job summary

GardaWorld Security Services is seeking a Flex Security Officer in St. Joseph, MO. The role emphasizes adaptability across events—from customer service to patrols and surveillance—requiring quick thinking and professional conduct in dynamic environments.

You will be responsible for monitoring premises, controlling access, and promptly responding to incidents while delivering excellent service. A comprehensive benefits package and uniform are provided with background checks prior to employment.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the United States
• High School Diploma or GED
• Able to pass an extensive screening process
• Ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Security, Military, or Law Enforcement experience is a plus
• State license if required

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Adapt quickly

Customer service

Attention to detail

Quick thinking

Problem solving

Security/Military experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Flex Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a 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 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: St. Joseph, MO
• This is a call of coverage position.
• Competitive hourly wage of $18.50 / 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 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 Response Security Guard:

• 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
• If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
• You have a state license if 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.

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

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