Security Officer - Floater, Life-Safety & Service

Harvard Maintenance, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare

Dental

Vision

Sick leave

Vacation

401K enrollment

Job summary

Harvard Protection Services in Philadelphia is seeking a Security Guard to provide professional customer-focused security and life safety services. The role involves patrolling, access control, incident reporting, and maintaining a visible, approachable presence on site.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a security guard license (or ability to obtain one). Strong communication and reliable transport are essential.

Qualifications

• State or municipality security officer licenses required or obtainable quickly.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Reliable means of communication and transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional demeanor and assist customers, employees, visitors.
• Maintain visible presence in the assigned facility.
• Monitor environment to detect suspicious and unsafe activity.
• Familiarize with incoming/outgoing traffic and identify customers, tenants, visitors, and guests.
• Greet people professionally at all times.
• Answer phones in a professional manner.
• Control access by permitting authorized persons.
• Enforce facility policies within position limits.
• Perform patrols on foot or by vehicle.
• Observe departures to prevent theft and ensure authorized removal.
• Follow emergency action plans and monitor alarms.
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Professional appearance

Documentation / reporting

Reliable communication & transport

Education

High school diploma or GED

Security guard license

Job description

Harvard Protection Services in Philadelphia is seeking a Security Guard to provide professional customer-focused security and life safety services. The role involves patrolling, access control, incident reporting, and maintaining a visible, approachable presence on site.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a security guard license (or ability to obtain one). Strong communication and reliable transport are essential.