Security Patrol Officer - Utility

GardaWorld; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 82,656,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Uniform provided

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

GardaWorld Security Services of California, Inc. is seeking a Response Security Officer in Oakland to adapt across assignments including customer service, patrols, and surveillance. You’llRemain agile, report incidents, and assist on-site security operations.

The role emphasizes quick thinking, strong problem solving, and a focus on safety, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth. Uniform is provided at no cost.

Qualifications

• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• High School Diploma or GED documentation
• 1 year of security officer experience required
• Valid CA Driver's License
• Ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations
• Strong problem solving skills
• Security, Military or Law Enforcement experience is a plus
• Guard Card license and 32hr BSIS trainings (can be obtained during hiring)

Responsibilities

• Monitor the premises to ensure security
• Conduct patrols on foot or vehicle
• Control access points and verify identities
• Respond quickly to incidents or threats
• Provide excellent customer service while maintaining security
• Write detailed reports on events and incidents
• Collaborate with authorities during serious situations
• Ensure safety and protection of people and property

Skills

Adaptability

Quick thinking

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Guard Card (state security license)

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Response Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Response 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 Officer – Response, 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: Oakland, California
• Schedule(s):
  • Wednesday to Saturday, 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM, 32 Hours Per Week
  • Saturday to Sunday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, 16 Hours Per Week
  • Monday to Friday, 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM, 40 Hours Per Week
• Competitive hourly wage of $25.75 / hour (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 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, on foot or on company vehicle 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 a High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year of security officer experience is required
• Must have a valid CA Driver's License
• 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 security license (GUARD CARD) and additional 32hr. BSIS security trainings (Additional security trainings can be obtained during the hiring process)

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.

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.

GardaWorld Security Services of California, Inc.

CA Private Patrol Number 16344