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PBS Facility Service

Security Guard

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $18.50/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Tarrytown, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/26/2026

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What they do

A Security Officer provides security for property at hospitals, hotels, warehouses or office buildings. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.

$39,089 / year median in New York

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Security Guard PBS Facility Service - 3.2 Tarrytown, NY Job Details Full-time $18.50 an hour 3 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or

GED Full Job Description Patrolling & Monitoring:

Conducting regular foot or vehicle patrols of the premises to identify risks, such as unauthorized persons or safety hazards like fire and water leaks.

Access Control:

Managing entry and exit points by verifying identification, issuing visitor passes, and operating equipment like metal detectors and X-ray scanners.

Surveillance:

Monitoring CCTV camera feeds and alarm systems in real-time to detect suspicious behavior or security breaches.

Emergency Response:

Acting as a first responder during medical emergencies, fires, or criminal acts, including performing CPR/First Aid and coordinating with law enforcement.

Reporting:

Maintaining accurate daily logs and writing detailed incident reports for management or legal purposes.

Rule Enforcement:

Warning individuals of rule infractions and evicting trespassers using authorized force if necessary.

Key Skills & Qualifications Education:

Typically requires a high school diploma or GED.

Licensing:

Most regions require a valid state-prescribed security guard license (e.g., SIA in the UK or state-specific "Guard Card" in the US).

Physical Fitness:

Capability to stand, walk, or patrol for extended periods and respond quickly to physical threats.

Interpersonal Skills:

Ability to handle confrontations calmly, provide customer service to guests, and communicate clearly under stress.