Security Guard - Daily Pay!

Garda World Security; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided at no cost

DailyPay available

Job summary

GardaWorld Security is seeking a Response Security Officer in the Council Bluffs, IA area. The role varies by day and event, including customer service, patrols, and surveillance, with emphasis on adaptability and precision.

As a casual Security Officer – Response, you’ll work full-time with a set schedule and be available for overnights and on-call shifts; competitive pay is $21.65 per hour and a robust benefits package awaits.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the U.S. with ability to obtain Iowa security license.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Willing to pass extensive screening and background checks.
• Ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and reliability.
• Overtime and holiday availability required.
• Must be 21 years or older with a valid driver’s license.
• Security, Military, or Law Enforcement experience is a plus.

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

Work authorization in US

HS Diploma or GED

Quick thinking

Problem solving

Overtime availability

Age 21+

Valid driver’s license

Iowa security license (obtain)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Response Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Special Response/Flex 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 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: Omaha,Ne / Council Bluffs, IA
• Set schedule: Full-time, must be avaible to work all hours including overnights (on-call)
• Competitive hourly wage of $21.65 / 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 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.
• 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!
• Must be avaible to work over-time and holidays
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to obtain/maintain an Iowa security license (GardaWorld will help to obtain)

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.

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

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