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Loss Prevention Armed Security Officer - Oakland

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Sentry Security Services, Inc.

Oakland, CA (In Person)

$55,120 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/31/2026

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Job Description

Company:
Sentry Security Services, Inc.
Job Title:
Armed Security Guard Pay:
$25-28 per hour DOE.
Location:
Oakland ,
CA Schedule:
Morning and Swing ONLY Requirements:
Valid Guard Card
  • COVID Vaccine is NOT required
WHY WORK FOR SENTRY SECURITY SERVICES INC?
  • WE PROMOTE FROM WITHIN!
  • QUICK
ADVANCEMENT
  • RECRUITMENT BONUSES
  • POSSIBLE
RAISES AFTER 90 DAYS!
  • WE
TRAIN AND ENCOURAGE ADVANCEMENT
  • MULTIPLE
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
  • MULTIPLE SITES
  • Sentry Security Services Security Guards are more than just employees- they are a part of the team!
We urge all licensed guards to apply today!
IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A JOB THAT OFFERS
Schedule Flexibility Overtime Multiple sites & shift options Professional development Promotions & growth Employee recognition, awards, and bonuses Guaranteed work should a stay at home be ordered & IF
YOU HAVE A
(N): Active and valid California Issued Guard Card Reliable transportation Team Player mentality Strong sense of responsibility to be punctual and Ability to effectively communicate with management, fellow guards, and occasionally clients
CANDIDATES THAT IDENTIFY WITH THE QUALITIES AND REQUIREMENTS STATED ABOVE, ARE URGED TO APPLY FOR A POSITION TODAY!
Job description: All guards are required to arrive on site as scheduled, to provide relief to the guard holding post from the shift prior. Guards must stand post and complete their hourly foot patrols and/or tours which are set to the site owner's needs and specifications. All Patrols are done with a site phone, provided on site, and any/all checkpoints that require photographic documentation must be done to the standard outlined in the Post Orders. Guard then must return to their post, standing by until the next hour's foot patrol is required. Guards
MUST ALWAYS
ensure there are no unauthorized people/vagrants/vandals on site
DURING THE ENTIRETY
of their shift Guards are expected to observe and report back to management and if necessary, the local police.
Requirements:
    GUARDS MUST HAVE A VALID AND UP TO DATE GUARD CARD
    (we do not help guards in obtaining card, nor do we assist with renewal fees)
      Education:
      High school diploma or equivalent
        Licenses/Certifications:
        Security guard license from state
        • Must possess effective written, customer service , and oral communication skills in the English language
        • Effectual interpersonal skills across all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional manner;
        • Must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
        • Must be able to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions
        • As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test
        • As a condition of continued employment, employee must maintain current active status of all required Licenses at all times, carrying the license at all times while on duty
        • Remain flexible to ever changing environments; adapt well to different situations including crisis situations at a client site
        • Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites;
        • Ability to maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality standard
        • Neat and professional appearance;
        • Read, understand and clearly speak English; constantly use speech and hearing (correctable to normal level required) in communicating with public/co-workers, giving and receiving instructions, using phones;
        • Must be able to handle pressure of working with high volume general public (constantly to occasionally depending on assignment)
        Job Types:
        Full-time, Part-time Pay:
        $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
        Benefits:
        401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Referral program Vision insurance
        Education:
        High school or equivalent (Preferred)
        Experience:
        Customer Service:
        1 year (Preferred)
        Security:
        1 year (Preferred)
        License/Certification:
        Driver's License (Preferred) Guard Card (Required)
        Work Location:
        In person