Security Officer for Pasadena

GIBRALTAR PROTECTION INC; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Overtime

Medical Benefits

Vacation Pay

Sick Pay

Flexible Schedules

Employee Recognition

Access to Ownership

24/7 Management Support

Internal Promotions

Job summary

Gibraltar Protection Inc. in Pasadena, CA is seeking a vigilant Security Guard to patrol facilities, manage access control, and greet employees and visitors with a professional demeanor.

This role requires open availability with weekend shifts, the ability to stand or walk for long periods, strong communication, and the discipline to follow all security procedures.

Weekly pay and built‑in overtime are offered as part of a supportive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid CA guard card license.
• Stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Multitask and work well under pressure.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Reliable means of transportation.

Responsibilities

• Strong customer service and service delivery orientation.
• Daily professional and friendly interaction with employees, drivers and visitors.
• Maintain a solid level of communication with management.
• Management of Access Control Procedures.
• Ability to consistently follow company protocols and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at various levels.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative and achieve results.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Initiative

Interpersonal skills

Education

CA guard card license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Pasadena, CA 90602

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Salary Range: $17.50 - $20.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: 15 miles

Job Shift: Any

We are looking to fill a security guard position in Pasadena and surrounding areas. We are looking for someone with open availability; weekend shifts are a must. Security guards must be professional and friendly, alert, and willing to perform foot patrol. The ideal candidate will be vigilant, capable of responding effectively to security concerns, and maintain a professional demeanor at all times.

Professional Standards

All employees are expected to present themselves in a neat, well‑groomed, and polished manner, maintain high standards of personal hygiene and grooming at all times, and have no visible tattoos.

Job Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Built‑in Overtime
• Client Driven Medical Benefits & Vacation Pay
• Sick Pay in accordance with City & State Guidelines
• Flexible Schedules with Multiple Vertical Opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program: Gift Cards/Cash Awards for employees performing ‘beyond the call of duty.’
• Security Officer & Supervisor of the Quarter Award Program
• Support with direct access to ownership
• After‑Hours Support & Supervision with 24/7 access to management
• Promoting within is our primary objective when new & key supervisory positions have been developed.

Key Responsibilities

• Strong customer service and service delivery orientation
• Daily professional and friendly interaction with employees, drivers and visitors
• Maintain a solid level of communication with management
• Management of Access Control Procedures
• Ability to consistently follow company protocols and procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at various levels
• Attention to detail
• Ability to take initiative and achieve results

Requirements

• Must have a valid CA guard card license
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to multitask and work well under pressure
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Reliable means of transportation
• Driver license preferred but not mandatory (some positions require it)
• Proficient computer and/or smartphone skills including Microsoft Office
• Active listening skills and understands situational awareness
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively
• Ability to identify escalating conditions and quickly mitigate same