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Security Guard / Security Officer - Suffolk County
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Security guard who greets and checks in visitors at a gated community booth or patrols premises by vehicle, responding to suspicious activity, distress calls and alarms and documenting incidents.
About this role
Starting salary for this position is: $17-18.50
When applying to this position you are applying to all the job openings Maximum currently has.
As a Security Guard/ Security Officer with Maximum Security, you will be an important part of our team. Our guards' fall into one of two major roles:
Residential gated community security guard: the primary duties of a gated community security officer include greeting the guests, checking identification & admit visitors through guest entry tracking software from within a state-of-the-art guard booth. As the key gatekeeper at the community, you will pay attention to detail to properly document and report all suspicious events.
Vehicle patrol security guard: the primary duties of a vehicle patrol security guard include patrolling the premises in a company vehicle, observing, and responding to any suspicious activity, distress calls & alarms.
Why work for Maximum? The community depends on you and in turn, you will feel great about the important role you play in ensuring safety for the residents.
- Flexible Hours (Full time, part time, overnight, floater)
- Competitive Pay/Sign-on Bonus
- Immediate Start
- Medical Benefits
- Unlimited Referral Program
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Have or be willing to attain a valid security guard license. (Don’t worry we can help you get a license; it’s easy & we’ll pay for it.)
- Ability to stay levelheaded and respond quickly in stressful situations
- Proficient written and oral communication skills
- Customer Service skills to greet & check in visitors
Maximum Security is a company with a culture that puts YOU first! We always look for ways to keep our people happy & help you make more money! From the flexibility of choosing your own schedule to our sign-on bonus and referral program, your happiness is paramount. We promote from within so if you’re looking for a rewarding career, you will certainly find one by joining our team.
Become a part of a 350-person security team that protects local communities & businesses but doesn’t lose sight of maintaining a culture where you are viewed as family and acknowledged as a key asset! We are expanding and looking for people to grow with us. Apply today!
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