Security Guard - All Shifts

Garda World Security; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking security firm as a Response Security Officer, where your adaptability and quick thinking will shine. In this dynamic role, you'll monitor premises, conduct patrols, and respond to incidents with precision. With a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package, this is more than just a job; it's a pathway to a promising career. Enjoy career growth opportunities and the chance to work in a supportive environment that values your contributions. If you're ready to embrace change and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity awaits you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Disability Coverage

Life Insurance

Uniform Provided

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and provide a High School Diploma or GED.
• State security license (BSIS Guard Card) required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor premises and conduct patrols to ensure security.
• Respond quickly to incidents and provide excellent customer service.
• Write detailed reports on events and collaborate with authorities.

Skills

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Adaptability

Surveillance

Patrol Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Response Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Special Response/Flex Security Guard

Must be 21+ years of age
Active driver's license and clean driving record
Please include your most up to date security resume

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 casual 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: Palo Alto, CA
• Schedule: Flex, no guaranteed hours per week. Open availability required.
• Competitive hourly wage of $22 / hour (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 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.
• Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
• 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)
• Must be 21+ years of age
• Active driver's license and clean driving record
• Please include your most up to date security resume
• 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!

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. Apply today – this could be more than a job! 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.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have tactical, surveillance, and concierge roles available.

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.


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Qualifications

Education