1

Live In Security Guard Jobs in Puerto Rico (NOW HIRING)

Door Guard

Mercedita, PR · On-site

$13.25 - $16.25/hr

A valid region/market specific security license as per local government regulations * Proficiency in Microsoft Suite * Ability to speak to Asset Protection practices and happenings/trends during team ...

PR · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

Act as the main POC for the business with the third-party security contractor carrying out guarding ... In close coordination with the Regional Security Director coordinate training drills and ...

PR · On-site

$16/hr

Allied Universal ® , North America's leading security and facility services company, offers ... Service in the active-duty military, military reserves, or National Guard * Service in Auxiliary ...

PR · On-site

$16/hr

Allied Universal ® , North America's leading security and facility services company, offers ... Service in the active-duty military, military reserves, or National Guard * Service in Auxiliary ...

PR

$17.50 - $21.50/hr

... Guard * Service in Auxiliary Police or Police Cadets * Minimum of one year verifiable and successful supervisory experience in security-related industry * Associate's degree or higher in any ...

PR · On-site

$10.50 - $12.25/hr

Being a Security Officer, you must attain exceptional customer service skills, while striding in ... Guard License o These items should be brought with you to work every day; it is a part of your ...

Showing results 21-40

Live In Security Guard information

What is a live in security guard?

A Live In Security Guard is responsible for maintaining security on a property while residing on-site. Their duties typically include monitoring surveillance systems, patrolling the premises, responding to security incidents, and enforcing property rules. They often work in residential buildings, commercial properties, or estates, providing a constant security presence. This role can include additional responsibilities such as light maintenance or assisting residents. Compensation may include free or discounted housing as part of the employment package.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a live in security guard?

A Live In Security Guard should possess strong situational awareness, basic security training, and, in many cases, a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with surveillance systems, alarm panels, and possibly current security guard certifications (such as a guard card or SIA license) is often required. Good communication skills, reliability, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are important soft skills for excelling in this position. These abilities help ensure the safety and security of the premises while maintaining professionalism in interactions with residents and responding effectively to emergencies.

What is the typical work schedule like for a live in security guard?

As a Live In Security Guard, your work schedule often involves being on-call around the clock, with specific active duty shifts assigned for patrolling, monitoring surveillance, or handling access points. While you may have dedicated break periods and downtime, you are primarily responsible for responding to incidents or emergencies whenever needed. The role usually provides on-site accommodation as part of your compensation, which requires you to live at or near the premises you are protecting. This arrangement offers job stability and integration into the environment, but also means you must be prepared for irregular hours and flexible responsiveness.

Can you make a good living as a live in security guard?

Live-in security guards can earn a moderate income, with salaries often ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 annually depending on location, experience, and employer. Benefits such as room and board may be included, but overall earnings are typically lower than those of security professionals working standard shifts. Advancing skills, certifications, and experience can improve earning potential in this role.

What is the hourly rate for a live in security guard?

The hourly rate for a live-in security guard typically ranges from $12 to $20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the specific responsibilities involved. Many live-in positions also include room and board as part of the compensation package.

What are the most commonly searched types of Security Guard jobs in Puerto Rico?

The most popular types of Security Guard jobs in Puerto Rico are:

What are popular job titles related to Live In Security Guard jobs in Puerto Rico?

For Live In Security Guard jobs in Puerto Rico, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Live In Security Guard jobs in Puerto Rico look for?

The top searched job categories for Live In Security Guard jobs in Puerto Rico are:

What cities in Puerto Rico are hiring for Live In Security Guard jobs?

Cities in Puerto Rico with the most Live In Security Guard job openings:

Infographic showing various Live In Security Guard job openings in Puerto Rico as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Armed Security Guard - on-call - San Juan - Ahtna Professional Services

Ahtna Professional Services Inc

San Juan, PR

$17 - $21.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Summary

Security Guard is able to perform a variety of fixed-post, mobile, or foot patrols while maintaining situational awareness and making decisions and/or taking actions consistent with established post orders, facility rules, guidelines and protocols. Duties may include work in austere and uncomfortable conditions for prolonged periods of time, including periods of inclement weather, while performing walking, standing, searching, and surveillance or sitting duties essential to the performance of the security functions.

*Please Note: We may not be actively recruiting applicants for this position at this time. Applications will be reviewed when there is a need for this position.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Keep supervisors and managers informed of unusual occurrences and important events as detailed in post orders, rules, regulations, guidelines, and protocols.
• Monitor alarms, radio traffic and other information sources. Dispatch or inform others as needed and authorized.
• Report and appropriately address fire alarms, burglary alarms, requests for assistance and criminal acts; including but not limited to: vandalism, theft, illegal entry or attempted entry, suspicious behavior, domestic or workplace violence, threats, speed or other vehicle violations, illegal drug use, inappropriate use of facility or client equipment or property.
• Stop, screen, inquire, and inspect vehicles and pedestrians entering and / or exiting the facility as directed by post orders, rules, regulations, guidelines, and protocols.
• Prevent passage of prohibited articles onto or from client facility.
• Escort individuals or vehicles in accordance with post orders, rules, regulations, guidelines and protocols.
• Use portable radios, phones, or other communication devises appropriately and according to established rules.
• Monitor all APSI and client equipment; guard against loss or damage; report any such loss or damage immediately to a supervisor or manager.
• Log in Property Pass numbers for authorized property/equipment movements.
• Ensure the security of government property, detaining personnel, and reporting anyone involved with unauthorized property/equipment removal.
• Conduct regular patrols and inspections of buildings and facilities
• Issue required vehicle passes to authorize personnel.
• Monitor electronic access control and report violations
• Monitor radio-frequency identification (RFID) systems and respond to alarms indicating unauthorized removal of government property.
• Grant access to areas during non-working hours to authorized personnel in accordance with the established procedure and access lists.
• Monitor facility equipment and utility systems and report deficiencies to personnel responsible for repairs.
• Perform random surveillance of buildings for the detection of unauthorized or inappropriate activity.
• Perform random surveillance of fence line for breaches and the detection of unauthorized removal of government property, illegal or inappropriate activity.
• Provide additional security support for scheduled events that may occur during or after duty hours or for unscheduled emergencies as requested by supervisor
• Maintain activity logs and administrative documents as required by contract.
• Contact, assist, and cooperate with local, state, or federal law enforcement; locate, retain, and protect necessary evidence; testify as necessary in judicial and administrative proceedings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Access to government facilities/installations specific to this position is a mandatory requirement to fulfill the minimum qualifications for this position. The Government reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to deny or revoke access to the facilities/installations for reasons related to misconduct or security, with or without prior notice. If such access is denied or revoked by the Government, it will result in the termination of the employment relationship as the minimum job requirements can no longer be met.

Supervision

None

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education: High school diploma or equivalent
2. Experience:
a. Minimum of 2 years of security/civilian law enforcement experience OR an equivalent position with the United States Armed Forces (military).
b. One year of work experience demonstrating the ability to follow directions, meet attendance requirements and the ability to complete the training necessary to certify with the State.
3. Language: Must be fluent in speaking and writing in English.
4. Pre-Hire Screening: Must be able to pass criminal background screen, drug test and physical exam.

Preferred Qualifications

1. First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
2. Prior experience with the Glock platform is preferred.
3. Proficiency in basic computer skills is preferred
Shareholder Preference

Pursuant to applicable law, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendents, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Core Competencies

• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely according to strict deadlines.
• Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Team Builder/Worker - Ability to inspire and work within a group of people to work toward a goal.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Flexible - Ability to adjust to a dynamic workflow and reprioritize as project demands change.

Work Environment

The position may require extensive sitting, watching monitors, walking around the facility outside in rain, wind or other poor weather conditions and kneeling and stooping to look under or inside vehicles or containers.

Physical Demands

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
2. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit, talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands to handle, or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, and taste or smell.
3. The employee occasionally lifts and/or moves anything from 10 to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Schedule

Rotating shifts, times, days as scheduled to meet the requirements of the contract (Night and weekend work required.)