Security Guard

The Peninsula Regent; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Free onsite parking

Job summary

The Peninsula Regent is seeking a dependable Security Guard to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for residents, guests, and team members. You will patrol the community, respond to incidents, document activities, and provide excellent customer service with discretion and professionalism.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and strong communication skills. Prior security or related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous security, customer service, law enforcement, military, or related experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a service-oriented approach.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle emergencies appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the community and monitor buildings, grounds, and parking areas.
• Respond to emergencies and resident requests in a calm, professional manner.
• Document security activities and observations accurately.
• Provide exceptional customer service to residents, visitors, and staff.
• Support access control and emergency response protocols.

Skills

Patrol operations

Emergency response

Customer service

Communication skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Peninsula Regent | Full-Time

At The Peninsula Regent, you'll find more than a job. You'll find a vibrant senior living community where team members are valued, residents are respected, and service excellence is at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking a dependable and customer-focused Security Guard to help maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for residents, guests, and team members.

What You'll Do

• Patrol the community and monitor buildings, grounds, and parking areas to ensure safety and security.
• Respond to emergencies, incidents, and resident requests in a calm and professional manner.
• Document security activities, incidents, and observations accurately and completely.
• Provide exceptional customer service while assisting residents, visitors, and team members.
• Support community safety procedures, access control, and emergency response protocols.

About You

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous security, customer service, law enforcement, military, or related experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a service-oriented approach.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and maintain confidentiality.

Pay: $26.00 - $29.00 / hr DOE

At our community, your work makes a difference and we want your benefits to make a difference for you, too. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing and life outside of work.

• Medical coverage with multiple plan options; 90% of employee premiums and 50% of dependent premiums covered
• Dental and vision coverage; 90% of employee premiums and 50% of dependent premiums covered
• Paid Time Off plus paid sick leave from the first day
• 401(k) with 4% employer match plus profit sharing
• Free onsite employee parking