Patrol Security Guard - Temporary

Garda World Security; Norristown, Northern (Montgomery County, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings with company

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

GardaWorld Security is seeking a Temporary Patrol Security Guard in King of Prussia, PA. You will patrol interiors and exteriors, monitor surveillance, and enforce access control with hospitality-focused professionalism.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in security or related fields, strong situational awareness, and excellent report writing abilities. This role includes a comprehensive benefits package and requires successful background checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of professional security, military, or law enforcement experience.
• Experience in hospitality, entertainment, or luxury venues is a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and able to provide HS diploma/GED.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interior and exterior patrols to deter theft and maintain a visible security presence.
• Monitor surveillance and site activity, addressing issues before escalation.
• Enforce site policies and access control with professionalism and calm demeanor.
• Greet and verify guests, visitors, and vendors following hospitality standards.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and daily activity logs.
• Collaborate with site leadership to maintain a safe, welcoming environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Situational awareness

Report writing

Verbal communication

Written communication

Guest service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Surveillance systems

Access control systems

Security technology

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring! We're seeking experienced, detail driven security professionals who take pride in vigilance, presentation, performance and leadership. As a TEMPORARY PATROL SECURITY GUARD, you'll be the standard bearer for safety and hospitality, responsible for proactive loss prevention, site inspections and maintaining a safe environment. This role requires strong situational awareness, sound judgement and the professionalism expected of a senior officer while keeping the guest experience front and center.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough interior and exterior patrols, maintaining a visible and professional presence that deters theft, vandalism, and unauthorized access
• Monitor surveillance systems and site activity with a proactive eye, identifying and addressing potential issues before they escal
• Enforce site policies and access control procedures with confidence and composure, ensuring a seamless experience for guests and staff alike
• Greet and verify guests, visitors, and vendors with a hospitality-first approach while upholding security protocols
• Prepare accurate, detailed incident reports and daily activity logs that reflect the high documentation standards expected at a premier venue
• Partner with site leadership and venue staff to maintain a safe, welcoming environment that reflects GardaWorld's commitment to excellence.

What’s in it for you:

• Site Location: King Of Prussia, PA (Driver's License strongly preferred)
• Schedule - Full Time, 6:00AM-6:00PM
• Competitive hourly wage of $22.00 / hour (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)

A comprehensive benefits package includes:

• medical
• dental
• vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions
• paid time off (PTO) policy
• paid holidays
• disability coverage
• life insurance options

Qualifications

• Active Driver’s License strongly preferred
• Minimum 2-3 years of professional security, military, or law enforcement experience, preferably within a hospitality, entertainment, or luxury venue environment.
• Exceptional situational awareness and attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including report writing
• Proven ability to remain alert and composed throughout long or routine shifts
• 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
• Strong report writing skills
• Sharp visual activity and exceptional concentration skills
• Strong proficiency with technology
• 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.

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.

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.

STATE LICENSE NUMBER: CP-51-MD-0000581-2018