Security Guard (Fort Lee, NJ)

plannedcompanies; Charleston (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with employer match

Job summary

Planned Companies Fort Lee, NJ is seeking friendly and professional Private Security Guards to provide routine patrols, gate house security, mobile patrol, fire watch and control room monitoring. The role requires a NJ SORA license, a valid driver’s license, 2+ years of security experience, CCTV familiarity, and strong report writing with clear communication.

Schedule is Tue–Thu 3pm–11pm and Fri–Sat 11pm–7am (40 hrs); pay rate is $18.00 per hour with full-time benefits including medical, dental,

Qualifications

• NJ SORA license and a clean, valid driver's license required.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience as a Security Officer or Guard.
• Knowledge of local/state security guidelines and public safety.
• Excellent surveillance and observation abilities.
• Experience with CCTV surveillance systems.
• First Aid and Basic Life Saving (BLS) training recommended.
• Strong report writing and clear verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Routinely patrol property and structures to maintain security presence.
• Verify access credentials for residents, guests, vendors, and deliveries.
• Ensure doors and windows are secure and alarms functioning.
• Monitor CCTV and respond to disruptions or suspicious activity.
• Investigate and assess notifications, alarms, and emergencies.
• Assist residents, guests, and vendors as needed with security support.
• Report incidents and suspicious activity to management and authorities.
• Prepare and submit daily surveillance and incident reports.

Skills

SORA license

Driver's license

Security experience

CCTV surveillance

Surveillance skills

Report writing & communication

Education

High School diploma

Tools

CCTV systems

Job description

Planned Companies –Security – Job Description

Schedule: Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 3pm to 11pm Friday and Saturday 11pm to 7am (40hrs)

Location: Fort Lee, NJ

Pay Rate: $18.00

Summary

Residential and commercial properties want to ensure peace of mind and effective response to challenges more than ever. This is why our Planned Security Services (PSS) division is hiring friendly and professional Private Security Guards to provide routine patrol and safety checks, gate house security, mobile patrol, fire watch and control room monitoring.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Routine security & safety patrol of property and structures to ensure order and establish a security presence.
• Verify and track access credentials of residents, guests, vendors, and deliveries to the property.
• Ensure all exits, doors, and windows are secure and functioning.
• Monitor and track surveillance cameras (CCTV) to identify disruptions or unlawful acts.
• Respond to, investigate, and assess notifications, communications, and alarms.
• Provide security related assistance and support to residents, guests and vendors in need.
• Report uninvited guests, suspicious possessions, and all unlawful acts to the proper authorities.
• Create and submit daily surveillance and incident reports to Planned Security Services management.

Requirements:

• New Jersey Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) license and Clean/Valid Driver’s License.
• 2+ years of experience as a Security Officer or Guard.
• Knowledge of local, regional, and state legal guidelines for area security and public safety
• Excellent surveillance and observation skills.
• Experience with Closed Circuit (CCTV) surveillance systems.
• Training in First Aid, Basis Life Saving (BLS) and self-defense
• Strong report writing and clear verbal communication skills.
• A High School diploma is required.

Benefits

• Full-time employees (defined as working 30 or more hours per week) are eligible for medical, dental, vision and other ancillary benefits.
• All employees (full-time and part-time) are eligible to participate in the company’s 401K which has an employer match.

“Planned Companies is an equal opportunity employer. Planned Companies does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision of employment opportunities and benefits.”