Full-Time Security Officers - $18.50/hr

Sunstates Security; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401k with company match

Affordable medical

Dental & vision benefits

Employee referral bonuses

Paid time off

Premium holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sunstates Security is hiring Full-Time Security Officers in the Louisville, KY area. All days and shifts are available, with a pay rate of $18.50/hr, and weekly pay.

The role involves controlling access, patrolling facilities, and maintaining security documentation to ensure safe, compliant operations. Training and opportunities for advancement are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor required.

Responsibilities

• Control facility access for all inbound and outbound traffic, including trucks, vendors, visitors, employees, and temporary staff while following site security procedures.
• Process incoming truck deliveries by verifying BOLs, purchase orders, trailer and seal numbers; inspect loads and enter data into SAP.
• Conduct trailer inspections and seal verification to ensure load integrity and report tampering or unsafe conditions.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff to direct carriers to docks, staging areas, or holding lots as needed.
• Maintain security records: logs of inbound/outbound traffic, visitor logs, access records, patrol reports, and shift pass-downs.
• Manage visitor access: verify IDs, document visitor details, confirm destinations, and guide visitors.

Skills

Good communication

Customer service

Professional appearance

Security awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Barcode software

Access control systems

Mobile reporting apps

Job description

Job Description And Responsibilities

Become part of one of the largest and fastest-growing privately held security companies in the U.S! Since 1998,Sunstates Securityhas built a national reputation for delivering exceptional services while fostering high-quality work environments for our team. We are dedicated to hiring, developing, and retaining a professional workforce that reflects our commitment to excellence.

We believe in strategic reinvestment in our people by offering a benefits package that exceeds industry standards, pathways for career advancement, extensive internal training, and employee recognition programs. Our team members are provided with the tools, knowledge, and hands-on management support necessary for long-term success.

Our commitment to a superior workplace culture is reflected in our most recent national accolades. Sunstates Security is proud to be recognized as a2026 Forbes Dream Employer, an honor based on independent employee feedback and workplace excellence. Additionally, we have been named a2026 Training MVPby Training Magazine, marking the third consecutive year we have accepted this prestigious recognition. We also continue to be celebrated for our steady growth and stability on theInc. 5000list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.

At the heart of everything we do are our core values of honor, integrity, and trust. If you are searching for a rewarding career with a proactive security partner that protects some of the country’s leading organizations, we invite you to explore the possibilities at Sunstates Security. Join a successful, growing team where your talent is appreciated and have opportunities to advance your professional career.

HIRING IMMEDIATELY

Sunstates Security is hiring Full-Time Security Officers in the Louisville, KY area. All days and shifts are available! These positions offer a pay rate of $18.50/hr, with weekly pay.

Job Requirements

Requirements and Responsibilities:

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent


• Must have good communication skills.


• Good customer service skills and professional appearance.


• Control facility access for all inbound and outbound traffic, including commercial trucks, vendors, visitors, employees, and temporary staff while maintaining compliance with site security procedures.


• Process incoming truck deliveries by verifying Bills of Lading (BOLs), purchase orders, trailer and seal numbers, inspecting loads for damage or tampering, recording information in truck logs, and entering load data into SAP.


• Conduct trailer inspections and seal verification to ensure load integrity, identify security concerns, and report any signs of tampering, damaged seals, or unsafe conditions.


• Coordinate with warehouse receiving personnel to direct carriers to assigned docks, trailer drop locations, staging areas, or holding lots based on operational needs.


• Maintain accurate security documentation and records, including inbound and outbound truck logs, visitor logs, employee access records, temporary badge logs, patrol reports, and shift pass-down logs.


• Manage visitor access control procedures by verifying identification, documenting visitor information, confirming destinations, communicating with site contacts, and directing visitors appropriately throughout the facility.


• Verify employee and contractor access authorization, issue temporary badges when required, confirm employment status, and enforce facility access policies for employees, temporary workers, and former employees.


• Perform interior and exterior security patrols of the warehouse, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter fence line using foot patrols and golf cart patrols to identify safety hazards, security risks, suspicious activity, or operational concerns.


• Operate security systems and technology, including SAP, barcode generation software, radios, access control systems, and mobile reporting applications used for patrol and incident documentation.


• Provide professional security presence and incident response support by monitoring site activity, enforcing safety requirements, communicating with facility departments, maintaining shift-to-shift operational awareness, and ensuring the safe movement of personnel, visitors, and commercial vehicles throughout the property.

A Security Officer may perform a multitude of duties as specified by the Post Orders and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). The Security Officer will read and become extremely knowledgeable of Post Orders and SOP and will be able to act quickly and efficiently according to such directives.

Benefits

• weekly pay


• 401k savings plan with a company match


• affordable medical


• dental & vision benefits


• employee referral bonuses


• paid time off


• premium holiday pay


• tuition reimbursement


• and more – available for qualified candidates!