Security Officer – Luxury Commercial Building (Union Position)
Company
GUARDIAN SECURITY SERVICES
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Full-time and Part-time
Salary
18.50 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
Via
Paylocity
Job Description
Description
Security Officer – Luxury Commercial Building (Union Position)
Location: New York, NY
Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time
Schedule: Variable shifts | Days, Evenings, Overnight, Weekends | 7 Days per Week
Pay Rate: $18.50 per hour
Benefits: Union Position – Benefits Provided Through Union Plan
Security Officer Position Overview – Commercial Property
Guardian Security Services is seeking professional Security Officers to support a commercial property in New York City.
This is a client-facing role where officers help maintain the safety and security of the building while providing a professional presence for tenants, guests, and vendors.
The position is ideal for individuals who demonstrate sound judgment, strong communication skills, and a polished, professional demeanor appropriate for a residential environment.
Security Officers in this role play an important part in maintaining a safe, well-managed property while delivering courteous and attentive service to tenants and visitors.
About Guardian Security Services
Established in 1918, Guardian Service Industries is a fourth-generation family-owned company providing Security, Janitorial, Engineering, Pest Control, and Facility Support Services.
We support more than 1,000 properties across the East Coast, New England, and Florida, including commercial buildings, residential communities, transportation hubs, schools, and government facilities.
Our Security Officers play an important role in maintaining safe, welcoming, and professionally managed environments for tenants, visitors, and building staff.
Security Officer Responsibilities
Security Officers may perform a combination of the following duties depending on site needs:
• Maintain a professional and welcoming presence for residents, guests, and vendors
• Monitor building access points and maintain awareness of building activity
• Conduct routine patrols of interior and exterior areas of the building
• Monitor surveillance cameras and building security systems
• Respond to emergencies and security concerns promptly and professionally
• Maintain accurate shift logs, incident reports, and daily activity reports
• Assist with package handling and vendor deliveries when required
• Maintain control and documentation of building and concierge keys
• Identify and report suspicious activity, safety hazards, or policy violations
• Coordinate with building management and property staff to support daily operations
• Enforce building policies while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor
• Maintain clear communication during shift transitions to ensure operational continuity
Security Officer Qualifications
• Valid New York State Security Guard License
• 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Certificate
• 16-Hour On-the-Job Training Certificate
• Prior experience in residential security, corporate security, concierge security, or customer-facing security roles preferred
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Professional appearance and polished demeanor
• Ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment in high-pressure situations
• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods as required
Our company participates in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.
We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, citizenship, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to integrity, excellence, and diversity among our employees.
Security Officer – Luxury Commercial Building (Union Position)
Location: New York, NY
Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time
Schedule: Variable shifts | Days, Evenings, Overnight, Weekends | 7 Days per Week
Pay Rate: $18.50 per hour
Benefits: Union Position – Benefits Provided Through Union Plan
Security Officer Position Overview – Commercial Property
Guardian Security Services is seeking professional Security Officers to support a commercial property in New York City.
This is a client-facing role where officers help maintain the safety and security of the building while providing a professional presence for tenants, guests, and vendors.
The position is ideal for individuals who demonstrate sound judgment, strong communication skills, and a polished, professional demeanor appropriate for a residential environment.
Security Officers in this role play an important part in maintaining a safe, well-managed property while delivering courteous and attentive service to tenants and visitors.
About Guardian Security Services
Established in 1918, Guardian Service Industries is a fourth-generation family-owned company providing Security, Janitorial, Engineering, Pest Control, and Facility Support Services.
We support more than 1,000 properties across the East Coast, New England, and Florida, including commercial buildings, residential communities, transportation hubs, schools, and government facilities.
Our Security Officers play an important role in maintaining safe, welcoming, and professionally managed environments for tenants, visitors, and building staff.
Security Officer Responsibilities
Security Officers may perform a combination of the following duties depending on site needs:
• Maintain a professional and welcoming presence for residents, guests, and vendors
• Monitor building access points and maintain awareness of building activity
• Conduct routine patrols of interior and exterior areas of the building
• Monitor surveillance cameras and building security systems
• Respond to emergencies and security concerns promptly and professionally
• Maintain accurate shift logs, incident reports, and daily activity reports
• Assist with package handling and vendor deliveries when required
• Maintain control and documentation of building and concierge keys
• Identify and report suspicious activity, safety hazards, or policy violations
• Coordinate with building management and property staff to support daily operations
• Enforce building policies while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor
• Maintain clear communication during shift transitions to ensure operational continuity
Security Officer Qualifications
• Valid New York State Security Guard License
• 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Certificate
• 16-Hour On-the-Job Training Certificate
• Prior experience in residential security, corporate security, concierge security, or customer-facing security roles preferred
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Professional appearance and polished demeanor
• Ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment in high-pressure situations
• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods as required
Our company participates in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.
We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, citizenship, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to integrity, excellence, and diversity among our employees.
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