Security Guard

Garda World Security; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Uniform provided

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

GardaWorld Security is hiring a Response Security Officer in Chesapeake, VA. The role varies by day, including customer service, patrols, and surveillance, with emphasis on agile and precise responses.

Expect a full-time schedule (Thu/Fri 4:00pm-12:00am, Sat/Sun 12:00am-8:00am) and a competitive hourly wage of $19.25. GardaWorld offers benefits, growth opportunities, and uniform provided.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must have an active DCJS License
• High School Diploma or GED required
• 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 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

Customer service

Situational awareness

Problem solving

Adaptability

Effective communication

Decision making under pressure

Security/Military experience

State license if required

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Response Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Response 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 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: Chesapeake, VA
• Set schedule: Full-time, Thursday/Friday 4:00pm-12:00am, Saturday/Sunday 12:00am-8:00am
• Competitive hourly wage of $19.25 (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.
• Must have an active DCJS License
• 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.

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.

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