Security Guard - Flexible 1

Garda World Security; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Uniform provided

DailyPay available

Job summary

GardaWorld Security Services is seeking a Response Security Officer in Houston to adapt to daily mission changes, including customer service, patrols, and surveillance. The role requires flexibility, covering multiple sites such as Katy, Cypress, and Uptown with a focus on rapid, precise action.

Ideal candidates are 21+, authorized to work in the U.S., and capable of long periods of standing and walking. A clean driving record, HS diploma, and reliable transportation are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

21+ age requirement

Availability for multiple locations

Ability to work odd hours

Strong problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Data Entry

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: Houston, Tx
• Set schedule: Varies (Multiple Site Security Guard) On-Call/Part-Time
• Competitive hourly wage of Varies ($14.00-$16.00) (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:

• Candidate must be available to work at any location: Katy, Cypress, and Uptown (Or West Houston)
• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Valid driver's license with no restriction B and clean driving record
• Demonstrate a stable work history
• Have reliable transportation
• Able to climb stairs, walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time
• Computer Skills/ Social Skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Data Entry)
• Ability and willingness to work at odd hours and under pressure
• 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.

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.