Security Guard - Office Building

Garda World Security; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage $16

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Career growth

Uniform provided

Job summary

GardaWorld Security is seeking a Security Officer to join our Response Security Guard team in Chester, VA. The role involves patrols, access control, and incident response with a focus on customer service and situational awareness.

We offer a competitive hourly wage of $16.00/hr, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision, plus a 401(k) with matching, PTO, and holiday pay. Uniforms are provided at no cost, and career growth opportunities exist within GardaWorld.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to pass an extensive screening process.
• Ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations.
• Responsive and strong problem solving skills.
• Security, Military, or Law Enforcement experience is a plus.
• State license if required.

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

Work authorization

HS Diploma or GED

Screening ready

Quick thinking

Customer service

Problem solving

Security experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a 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 Guard , 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: Chester, VA
• Schedule: 2:00PM - 10:00PM | Days: TBA
• Competitive hourly wage $16.00/Hr (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!
• 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. 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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