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GardaWorld

Tactical Security Officer

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$20/hr

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Tactical Security Officer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$16/hr

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Tactical Security Guard

Tolleson, AZ · On-site

$23.50/hr

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GardaWorld

Tactical Security Officer

Pittsburgh, PA

$16/hr

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GardaWorld

Tactical Security Guard

Tolleson, AZ

$23.50/hr

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GardaWorld

Tactical Security Officer

Pittsburgh, PA

$16/hr

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Tactical Security Ambassador

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$40/hr

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Tactical Security Officer

Vancouver, WA

$20/hr

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GardaWorld

Tactical Security Officer

Pittsburgh, PA

$16/hr

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Tactical Security Officer! Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard? What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment ...

GardaWorld

Tactical Security Officer

Marion, IL · On-site

$20.50/hr

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Tactical Security Guard

Tolleson, AZ

$23.50/hr

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Tactical Security Agent

Columbus, OH · On-site

$23/hr

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GardaWorld

Tactical Security Ambassador

Manhattan, NY

$40/hr

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GardaWorld

Tactical Security Guard

Tolleson, AZ · On-site

$23.50/hr

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Tactical Security Officer

Middle River, MD · On-site

$20/hr

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GardaWorld

Tactical Security Officer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$16/hr

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Tactical Security Officer! Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard? What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment ...

GardaWorld

Tactical Security Officer

Vancouver, WA

$20/hr

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Tactical Security Officer! Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard? What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment ...

GardaWorld

Tactical Security Agent

Columbus, OH · On-site

$23/hr

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GardaWorld

Tactical Security Officer

Middle River, MD · On-site

$20/hr

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Tactical Security Officer. Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard. What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment ...

GardaWorld

Tactical Security Guard

Tolleson, AZ · On-site

$23.50/hr

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To thrive as a Tactical Security professional, you need strong situational awareness, physical fitness, crisis management skills, and a background in law enforcement, military, or related security fields. Knowledge of surveillance equipment, access control systems, and certifications such as CPR, First Aid, and state security licensure are often required. Exceptional communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills are critical for quickly assessing situations and cooperating with clients or other team members. These abilities ensure the safety and protection of people and assets in high-risk environments where swift, coordinated action is vital.

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Tactical Security Officer

Tactical Security Officer

GardaWorld

Vancouver, WA • On-site

$20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

GardaWorld rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 383 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

80th of 100 rated security

Job description

Job Description
GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Tactical Security Officer!
Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard?
What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.
As a Security Officer - Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc.
What's in it for you:
  • Site Location: Vancouver, Washington
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm (47.5 hours a week/ full time)
  • Competitive hourly wage of $20 (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
  • A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
  • Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
  • Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities of Tactical Security Guard
  • 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 of Tactical Security Guard
  • Be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
  • First aid certification is an asset
  • Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
  • If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience - even better!

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. Apply today - this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.
If you're ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit - someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador - a promising career awaits you!
GardaWorld Security 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 concierge, surveillance, and even casual roles available.
Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screening to be conducted after an offer of employment is extended.
It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. 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.

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