Premier Tactical Security Guard - Now Hiring!

Garda World Security

Salinas (CA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 54,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

GardaWorld Security Services is hiring a Premier Tactical Security Guard in Salinas, CA, to patrol diverse environments including retail, airports, and detention centers. The role emphasizes risk awareness, rapid response, and precise report writing.

Applicants must have five years of security experience, be 21+, hold baton/OC spray/handcuff permits, and possess a HS diploma or GED. A BSIS Guard Card is required, with first aid as a plus. Competitive wage and benefits apply.

Qualifications

  • Must have at least five years of security experience.
  • Be able to read environments, anticipate risk and act accordingly.
  • Ability to read and write detailed reports.
  • First aid certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Observe and report activity at assigned location.
  • Patrol indoor and outdoor environments.
  • Provide rapid response in critical situations.
  • Detain and search when necessary.
  • Document incidents and actions taken.
  • Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks.
  • Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents.
  • Ensure safety and protection of people and property.

Skills

Security experience
Observation and risk assessment
Report writing
Reading and following procedures

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

BSIS Guard Card

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Premier Tactical Security Guard - Now Hiring!!

Ready to suit up as a Premier Tactical Security Guard - Now Hiring!?

Must have at least five years of security experience!

Must be 21+ years of age

Must have baton permit

Must have OC spray permit

Must have handcuff permit

Please include your most up to date security resume

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.

As a Security Officer – Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc.

What’s in it for you:
  • Location: Salinas, CA / San Jose, CA
  • Schedule: Full time, 40 hours per week
    • Friday / Saturday, 9:00am - 5:30pm (San Jose). Sunday - Tuesday, 5:30pm - 2:00am (Salinas)
  • Competitive hourly wage of $34 / hour depending on site pay (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, disability coverage, and life insurance options
  • Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
  • Uniform provided at no cost
Responsibilities of Premier Tactical Security Guard - Now Hiring!
  • You observe, survey the area and provide reporting on activity at your assigned location.
  • You are able to work indoor and outdoor in a variable environment.
  • You provide rapid response in critical situations.
  • You're good with reading and writing detailed reports.
  • You know when and how to enforce customer procedures, regulations and standards.
  • Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
  • React quickly to threats or incidents
  • You detain and search.
  • Document incidents and actions taken
  • Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
  • Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
  • Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property
Qualifications of Premier Tactical Security Guard - Now Hiring!
  • You have a state security license (BSIS Guard Card) and additional 32hr. BSIS security trainings. (Additional security trainings can be obtained during the hiring process)
  • Be able to provide documentation of HS Diploma or GED
  • Be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Must have at least five years of security experience!
  • Must be 21+ years of age
  • Must have baton permit
  • Must have OC spray permit
  • Must have handcuff permit
  • Please include your most up to date security resume
  • First aid certification is an asset
  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
  • If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!

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.

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.

GardaWorld Security Services of California, Inc. CA Private Patrol Number 16344

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