Overnight Security Guard (Valid DL)

Schedule: Friday - Monday, 11pm to 7am
Location: West Orange, NJ
Pay Rate: $17.50 per hour

About the Role

Residential and commercial properties want to ensure peace of mind and effective response to challenges more than ever. Our Planned Security Services (PSS) division is hiring friendly and professional Private Security Guards to provide routine patrol and safety checks, gate house security, mobile patrol, fire watch, and control room monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Routine security & safety patrol of property and structures to ensure order and establish a security presence.
• Verify and track access credentials of residents, guests, vendors, and deliveries to the property.
• Ensure all exits, doors, and windows are secure and functioning.
• Monitor and track surveillance cameras (CCTV) to identify disruptions or unlawful acts.
• Respond to, investigate, and assess notifications, communications, and alarms.
• Provide security-related assistance and support to residents, guests, and vendors in need.
• Report uninvited guests, suspicious possessions, and all unlawful acts to the proper authorities.
• Create and submit daily surveillance and incident reports to Planned Security Services management.

Requirements

• New Jersey Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) license and clean/valid Driver’s License.
• 2+ years of experience as a Security Officer or Guard.
• Knowledge of local, regional, and state legal guidelines for area security and public safety.
• Excellent surveillance and observation skills.
• Experience with Closed Circuit (CCTV) surveillance systems.
• Training in First Aid, Basic Life Saving (BLS), and self-defense.
• Strong report writing and clear verbal communication skills.
• High School diploma is required.

Benefits

• Full-time employees (30+ hours per week) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and other ancillary benefits.
• All employees (full-time and part-time) are eligible to participate in the company’s 401K with an employer match.