Security Officer - North of Boston/Merrimack Valley, MA

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Aid in directing authorized individuals and reporting unusual activity.
• Camera and Alarm Monitoring
• Maintain surveillance of 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.
• Post Orders and Safety Procedures
• Follow all site-specific post orders, emergency procedures, safety policies, and client expectations.
• Professional Presence
• Represent Securitas and the client with professionalism, courtesy, and confidence.

Qualifications

• Previous security experience is preferred, but not required.
• Previous customer service, military, law enforcement, corrections, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, dispatch, retail, or other roles requiring reliability and attention to detail 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.

Benefits

• 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

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.