Security Officer

RYDER SECURITY LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Job summary

A security services provider in St. Louis seeks skilled security officers to ensure the safety of personnel and property. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and have experience in security roles. Responsibilities include patrolling the premises, monitoring surveillance systems, and responding to emergencies. A courteous demeanor and related certifications in first aid and self-defense are preferred. Join our dedicated team to maintain a professional security presence for our clients.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with computers and aptitude to learn new software.
• Registered security officer with relevant certifications.
• Experience in a security role, especially with surveillance equipment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol property on foot to ensure security in all weather.
• Investigate accidents and suspicious activities as per policy.
• Monitor surveillance equipment and perform inspections.
• Guard access points and control entry to premises.
• Complete daily reports with observations and relevant information.

Skills

Proficiency with computers

Experience with security equipment

Helpful, courteous attitude

Military experience

Law enforcement experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off

We provide, administer, and support a range of security services, specializing in uniformed security personnel. We’re looking for highly competent security officers to join our team to monitor the premises and protect the valued staff, visitors, tenants, and inventory of our clients. Our ideal candidates will have prior experience as a security officer or guard, as well as training in self‑defense and first aid. They will have a sharp eye with quick reaction time in the detection of any suspicious or criminal behavior, and the prevention of theft or vandalism.

Objectives of this Role

• Ensure a safe environment through a team effort of diligent active patrol, strict access control, monitoring, and equipment control.
• Be visible and observant at all times, greeting staff, guests, and vendors in a courteous and attentive manner.
• Respond immediately to distress calls, panic alarms, and emergency calls for disorderly conduct, disruptive persons, and incidents swiftly and appropriately.
• Maintain the company’s reputation with professionalism and legal compliance.
• Collaborate with other security officers for effective protection and coverage.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

• Patrol property on foot, securing personnel, assets, buildings, gates, and perimeter, ensuring all are secure in all weather conditions.
• Investigate and take the appropriate lawful action as authorized by the corporate policy on accidents, incidents, trespassing, suspicious activities, safety and fire incidents.
• Control and monitor surveillance equipment, and perform building and equipment inspections.
• Guard access points, permitting or refusing entry, restraining trespassers, and directing heavy traffic during start and end of business hours.
• Complete daily reports, including relevant information, observations, surveillance footage, and signatures.
• Secure all doors, windows, and exits, depending on shift.

Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, proficiency with computers, and aptitude to learn new software and systems.
• Registered security officer.
• Experience with security equipment and surveillance.
• Proven experience as a security officer.
• Helpful, courteous attitude.
• Military and/or law enforcement experience strongly preferred.
• Certification in first aid, CPR/BLS, and self‑defense preferred.