Security Response Officer

About the role

A Flex Security Officer is a highly reliable and adaptable guard who is trained to work at different locations and cover various shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. They are used to fill in for call-offs, vacations, or when additional coverage is needed. Their flexibility makes them a key support to the overall security team.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated rail yards, facilities, and surrounding property along assigned routes using a company vehicle, focusing on the staging lanes and trailer areas located on the staging zone tracks.
• Conduct perimeter checks and monitor access points to prevent unauthorized entry or trespassing.
• Inspect fences, gates, railcars, and buildings for signs of tampering, damage, or suspicious activity.
• Deter theft, vandalism, and other criminal activity through a visible security presence.
• Respond promptly to alarms, incidents, and emergencies; coordinate with law enforcement or emergency services as needed.
• Write detailed incident and activity reports, logging observations and actions taken during shifts.
• Ensure compliance with Client safety protocols, security policies, and federal regulations.
• Monitor and report hazardous conditions (e.g., spills, obstructions) that may impact rail operations or employee safety.
• Perform vehicle inspections before and after use of the company vehicle.
• Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity.
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas.
• React quickly to threats or incidents.
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras.
• Document incidents and actions taken.
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks.
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents.
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property.

Qualifications

• Flexible Availability: Must be willing and able to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays, and any shift (day, swing, or overnight) as operational needs require.
• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED.
• Have a state security license (BSIS Guard Card) and additional 32hr BSIS security trainings (Additional security trainings can be obtained during the hiring process).
• Have a valid drivers license.
• Think quickly and adapt to changing situations.
• Be responsive and strong problem solver.
• If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
• Must be 21 years of age.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options.

Schedule

Shifts may vary from week to week.

Pay

A competitive hourly wage of $24 / hr (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!).

Skills

Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!

Benefits

Whelan Security of California, Inc. CA Private Patrol Number: 16344

Company Information

GardaWorld Security Services 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 concierge roles available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.