Security Guard: Variable Schedule

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Security Officer!

Ready to suit up as a Security Guard?

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to build meaningful connections. Tell us about how your natural ability to engage with others reassures and inspires confidence.

As a Security Officer – There is a high focus on customer service since you will be working with people on all shifts, in environments such as office towers, hotels, shopping centers, etc.

What’s in it for you:

• Set schedule: Open availability for scheduling required for weekdays and weekends. Must be available to work mornings, evenings, and overnights. Days off could vary and weekends are required. This is a flex schedule. Would not guarantee full time hours .
• Competitive hourly wage of $24.00 / 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 time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities of a Security Guard

• Customer service duties like welcoming, verifying identity, and guiding visitors
• Manage access control
• Perform regular patrols to identify potential risks
• Inspect security equipment and report any maintenance needs
• Respond to incidents, provide first aid, and coordinate with emergency teams
• Answer questions in person or by phone
• Write incident reports and communicate security concerns
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property

Qualifications for Security Guard

• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
• Be able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Proficient in basic phone & computer skills
• You have at least 3+ years Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
• You have a state license if required
• You have an active DCJS
• You are at least 21 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements
• Must be able to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time
• Must be outgoing and have excellent customer service and communication skills
• Must have open availabilty
• Must have no face, neck, or hand tattoos
• Must be able to maintain GardaWorld's grooming, hygiene, and uniform standards

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work . Apply today – this could be more than a job! 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.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have tactical, surveillance, and even casual roles available.

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 .

Virginia Licensure 11-6404