Weekend Security Officers - North of Boston / Merrimack Valley, MA

Securitas Security Services•Wilmington, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Securitas is currently hiring Weekend Security Officers for multiple client sites throughout the North of Boston and Merrimack Valley area of Massachusetts. These positions may include Saturday, Sunday, and other weekend-based schedules depending on current openings and client needs. This is a great opportunity for dependable candidates who are looking for weekend work and are comfortable in a professional security environment. Previous security experience is helpful, but not required. We are willing to train the right person. The ideal candidate is someone who shows up on time, stays alert throughout the shift, communicates professionally, follows post orders, documents activity accurately, and takes pride in helping maintain a safe and secure environment.

Requirements

Weekend availability is required.
Ability to stand, walk, patrol, and respond to incidents throughout the shift.
Must be professional, reliable, and able to meet site expectations.
Strong communication, observation, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to follow detailed post orders and site procedures.
Ability to complete accurate reports and daily activity logs.

Nice To Haves

Previous security experience is preferred, but not required.
Previous customer service, military, law enforcement, corrections, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, dispatch, or gatehouse experience is a plus.
Dependable and punctual
Can stay alert throughout the full shift
Comfortable working independently
Can follow written and verbal instructions
Comfortable interacting with employees, visitors, contractors, and drivers
Can remain calm during emergencies or unexpected situations
Comfortable walking, standing, and patrolling as needed
Can work in changing weather conditions when required
Take pride in maintaining a safe and secure environment

Responsibilities

Access Control and Gate Duties: Monitor employee, visitor, contractor, and vehicle access to the site. Verify credentials, check identification, maintain visitor logs, and ensure proper entry procedures are followed.
Patrols and Site Monitoring: Conduct routine foot and/or vehicle patrols of assigned areas, which may include entrances, gates, parking areas, warehouses, offices, exterior areas, and other parts of the property.
Visitor, Contractor, and Vehicle Activity: Interact professionally with employees, visitors, vendors, contractors, drivers, and site personnel. Assist with directing authorized individuals and reporting unusual activity.
Camera and Alarm Monitoring: Monitor CCTV, alarms, and other security systems as required. Respond to alerts according to site procedures and escalate concerns when needed.
Incident Response: Respond to alarms, emergencies, safety concerns, access issues, and other incidents in a calm and professional manner. Communicate clearly with site personnel, emergency responders, and Securitas management when appropriate.
Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate daily activity logs, incident reports, access records, and other required documentation. Attention to detail is important in this role.
Post Orders and Safety Procedures: Follow all site-specific post orders, emergency procedures, safety policies, and client expectations. Officers must be comfortable working within established rules and procedures.
Professional Presence: Represent Securitas and the client with professionalism, courtesy, and confidence. Officers are often the first point of contact for visitors, contractors, drivers, and employees entering the site.