Security Officer - North of Boston/Merrimack Valley, MA

Security Officer

We help make your world a safer place.

Securitas is currently hiring Security Officers for multiple client sites throughout the North of Boston / Merrimack Valley, MA area. These positions may include full-time, part-time, day, evening, overnight, weekday, and weekend schedules depending on current openings and client needs.

This is a great opportunity for dependable candidates who are observant, professional, and comfortable following procedures. Previous security experience is helpful, but not required. We are willing to train the right person.

The ideal candidate is someone who shows up on time, stays alert throughout the shift, communicates professionally, follows post orders, documents activity accurately, and takes pride in helping maintain a safe and secure environment.

Multiple Security Officer openings available throughout the North of Boston / Merrimack Valley, MA area.

Schedules, locations, hours, and pay rates vary by client site. Available openings will be discussed with a recruiter during the interview process.

Access Control and Gate Duties: Monitor employee, visitor, contractor, and vehicle access to the site. Verify credentials, check identification, maintain visitor logs, and ensure proper entry procedures are followed.

Patrols and Site Monitoring: Conduct routine foot and/or vehicle patrols of assigned areas, which may include entrances, gates, parking areas, warehouses, offices, exterior areas, and other parts of the property.

Visitor, Contractor, and Vehicle Activity: Interact professionally with employees, visitors, vendors, contractors, drivers, and site personnel. Assist with directing authorized individuals and reporting unusual activity.

Camera and Alarm Monitoring: Monitor CCTV, alarms, and other security systems as required. Respond to alerts according to site procedures and escalate concerns when needed.

Incident Response: Respond to alarms, emergencies, safety concerns, access issues, and other incidents in a calm and professional manner. Communicate clearly with site personnel, emergency responders, and Securitas management when appropriate.

Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate daily activity logs, incident reports, access records, and other required documentation. Attention to detail is important in this role.

Post Orders and Safety Procedures: Follow all site-specific post orders, emergency procedures, safety policies, and client expectations. Officers must be comfortable working within established rules and procedures.

Professional Presence: Represent Securitas and the client with professionalism, courtesy, and confidence. Officers are often the first point of contact for visitors, contractors, drivers, and employees entering the site.

This position may be a strong fit for candidates with experience in security, customer service, military, law enforcement, corrections, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, dispatch, retail, or other roles requiring reliability and attention to detail.

You may be a good fit if you:

• Are dependable and punctual
• Can stay alert throughout the full shift
• Are comfortable working independently
• Can follow written and verbal instructions
• Communicate clearly and professionally
• Are comfortable interacting with employees, visitors, contractors, and drivers
• Can remain calm during emergencies or unexpected situations
• Can complete accurate logs and reports
• Are comfortable walking, standing, and patrolling as needed
• Can work in changing weather conditions when required
• Take pride in maintaining a safe and secure environment

Previous security experience is preferred, but not required.

Previous customer service, military, law enforcement, corrections, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, dispatch, or gatehouse experience is a plus.

Strong communication, observation, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to follow detailed post orders and site procedures.

Ability to complete accurate reports and daily activity logs.

Ability to stand, walk, patrol, and respond to incidents throughout the shift.

Must be professional, reliable, and able to meet site expectations.

Medical Insurance through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

Dental Insurance through Aetna

Vision Insurance through VSP

401(k) with Employer Matching

Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Uniforms

Paid Training Upon Hire and Throughout Career

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Programs

Programs Supporting Healthy Lifestyle and Financial Wellness

Our Values: Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness

Securitas' core values are the foundation for how our employees build trust with clients, colleagues, and the surrounding community.

Integrity means being honest, professional, and trusted to safeguard people, property, and information.

Vigilance means staying alert, aware, and ready to notice details that others may miss.

Helpfulness means being ready to assist when needed and taking pride in supporting a safe environment.

Securitas employees come from all walks of life and bring a variety of skills, experiences, and perspectives. If you live by the values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness, we are looking for you to join the Securitas team.

Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.