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Securitas

Global security services and solutions provider

Security Officer

Security Guarding & PatrolConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNewton, MA, USA$21.22 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Strong observational and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to ethical practices and safety protocols.
  • Basic to intermediate computer skills.
  • A valid driver's license.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Reliable transportation and communication.
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English effectively.
  • A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
  • Strong customer service orientation and skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills and comprehension of oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to understand complex job instructions and accurately follow instructions.
  • Strong Microsoft Office application skills.
  • Ability to handle emergency response.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor security cameras and conduct regular patrols to identify suspicious activity, safety hazards, or unauthorized access.
  • Verify identification, issue visitor passes, and ensure only authorized individuals enter the premises.
  • Respond promptly to alarms, incidents, and emergencies, including medical situations or security threats.
  • Accurately document and report all incidents, observations, and security concerns.
  • Perform routine foot patrols of the facility, including entrances, exits, and surrounding areas.
  • Provide assistance, directions, and support to employees and visitors in a professional manner.
  • Identify and report potential safety risks, including fire hazards or unsafe conditions.
  • Address minor disturbances calmly and professionally to maintain order.
  • Work with team members, site management, and emergency responders when necessary.
  • Maintain a safe and secure client environment by actively monitoring premises and patrolling assigned locations.
  • Preserve order by enforcing regulations and directives for the client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area.
  • Provide customer service and information to a client's employees and customers.

Desired Qualifications

  • Retail, food service, or hospitality industry background is a good fit, but is not required; no prior experience is necessary, and training is provided.

About the Company

Securitas

Global security services and solutions provider

Securitas provides security services to a global client base, offering electronic security, fire and safety, and emergency planning across 47 countries. Its approach combines a skilled workforce with advanced technology to deliver tailored protection plans, monitoring, and rapid response that safeguard people and assets while managing risk. The company differentiates itself through its global scale, integration of human and digital security capabilities, agile staffing, and a client-focused model that adapts to changing market conditions. Its goal is to enable clients to focus on their core operations by reliably protecting their property, information, and people, and to grow its presence in expanding markets like China and India.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Stockholms kommun, Sweden
Founded
1972

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