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How much do security guard rover jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for security guard rover in New York is $20.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $20.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a security guard rover?

Security Guard Rovers are security professionals responsible for patrolling multiple areas within a facility or across different locations, rather than staying at a fixed post. Their main duties include monitoring premises for suspicious activity, ensuring security protocols are followed, and responding quickly to incidents or alarms. Rovers provide a visible security presence, conduct routine checks, and often fill in for stationary guards when needed. This role requires strong observation skills, adaptability, and the ability to handle a variety of security situations across diverse environments.

What are the typical challenges security guard rovers face when covering multiple sites during a shift?

Security Guard Rovers often face the challenge of adapting quickly to different environments and protocols as they move between various sites. They must stay vigilant and organized, as each location may have unique security risks and procedures. Effective communication with site supervisors and other team members is crucial to ensure smooth transitions and consistent coverage. Additionally, time management and the ability to respond to incidents promptly are key for success in this dynamic role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a security guard rover, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Security Guard Rover, you need a solid understanding of security protocols, surveillance techniques, and often a high school diploma or equivalent, with some employers requiring a security guard license. Familiarity with security monitoring systems, two-way radios, and incident reporting software is typically expected. Strong observational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills for this role. These abilities are essential to effectively deter threats, respond to incidents, and ensure the safety of people and property across multiple locations.

What is the difference between Security Guard Rover vs Security Guard?

AspectSecurity Guard RoverSecurity Guard
CertificationsSecurity Guard License, possibly specialized trainingSecurity Guard License, basic training
Work EnvironmentPatrolling outdoor or large premises, mobile securityStationary posts, indoor or outdoor locations
Employer & IndustrySecurity firms, event security, property managementSecurity firms, retail, corporate buildings
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Security Guard Rovers typically perform mobile patrols across large areas, requiring similar certifications as security guards but with a focus on mobility. Security guards often work stationary posts. Both roles are common in security industries, but Rovers emphasize patrol mobility, making them suitable for large or outdoor environments.

Infographic showing various Security Guard Rover job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,314 per year, or $20.8 per hour.

Load-In Security Brooklyn Paramount

Live Nation Entertainment

Brooklyn, NY • On-site

$18.50 - $21/hr

Other

Re-posted 19 days ago


Live Nation rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 142 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 52 rated entertainment


Job description

Security Officer

Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visit livenationentertainment.com.

Live Nation's Concerts Division is where tours are born, artists come to life, and fans get to experience the rush of live music. From our dozens of owned/operated amphitheaters to our global touring team, from ticketing and venue operations to marketing and sales... we foster a fun and upbeat work culture with no shortage of opportunities. With perks ranging from free concert tickets to dog-friendly offices, to progressive benefits like student loan reimbursement and adoption/fertility support... it's no wonder we are certified as a great place to work organization and one of People Magazine's "50 Companies That Care". We want everyone to feel like they belong and can thrive in our community, so we strive to help you achieve your career and personal goals. Live music is our passion and where we find our common ground. There has never been a better time to join Live Nation.

Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!

What This Role Will Do
  • Access Control: Manually verify tour credentials and venue credentials for all personnel entering through the loading dock or stage door.
  • Perimeter Security: Monitor the immediate exterior area of the loading dock to prevent unauthorized entry and ensure guest/pedestrian safety during truck maneuvers.
  • Asset Protection: Maintain a stationary or roaming post to protect tour equipment, venue property, and sensitive backstage areas.
  • Interagency Cooperation: Assist venue leadership in implementing NYPD-recommended protocols for incident prevention (e.g., pickpocketing deterrents and egress monitoring).
  • Emergency Response: Act as a first responder for any security incidents during the shift.
  • Communication: Utilize radio etiquette to provide clear, concise updates to the Security Manager and Venue Operations regarding crowd flow or potential safety hazards.
What This Person Will Bring
  • Experience: Minimum 1–2 years in event security, ideally within a high-capacity concert venue or theater.
  • Licensing: Valid state-mandated Security Guard License.
  • Physical Demands: Ability to stand for extended periods (8+ hours) and move quickly through the venue, including stairs and basement hallways, to respond to incidents.
  • Conflict Resolution: Strong verbal de-escalation skills to handle unauthorized entry attempts or vendor disputes professionally.
  • Adaptability: Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-decibel environment during production setup.
  • Working environment is fast-paced, often loud and stressful
  • Position requires extended periods of prolonged standing and working on your feet
  • Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs using proper lifting techniques

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It's talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.

We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

The expected compensation for this position in NYC is:

$22.00 Hourly

**Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements Law. It is estimated based on what a successful New York City applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York City or perform the position from New York City. Similar positions located outside of New York City will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Live Nation takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the NYC Law, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

The expected compensation for this position is:

$17.60 USD - $22.00 USD Hourly

** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.

Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.


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