
Security Guard needed in Whittier
Gardena, California
Security Guard needed in Whittier
Gardena, California Position: Type Full Time Shift Type: Afternoon, Evening, Morning Req ID: 2025-1405631 Date posted: 07/16/2025Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.
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SECURITY GUARD FOR CEMETERY
PAY RATE: $20.69 PER HOUR
REQUIRES OPEN AVAILABILITY
Experienced and dependable security professional responsible for maintaining the safety, security, and peaceful environment of a large cemetery in Whittier. Duties include patrolling extensive grounds, monitoring entrances, responding to incidents, and assisting visitors with compassion and professionalism. Skilled in conflict resolution, access control, and working independently. Committed to preserving the respectful atmosphere of the property while ensuring public safety and protecting cemetery assets.
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Application Process:
Interested candidates should apply, via link and submit their updated resume detailing their qualifications and experience. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated professional to our team.
Experience and Education:
- First Aid-AED Certified
- High School Diploma
- Two years law enforcement, security and/or park ranger.
- Two years college (Prefers criminal justice degree but not required)
Special Skills:
- Advanced computer skills
- Experience in an emotionally sensitive environment
- Excellent telephone etiquette
- Excellent powers of observation and detail-mindedness
- Read and understand the park lot system (grave location) and lawn layout
- Ability to read and write English
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Exposed to all Elements:
Weather Exposure: Outdoor work environment subject to all weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, and wind.
- Natural Landscape: Rolling hills, grass fields, trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds creating a peaceful and serene setting.
- Uneven Terrain: Slopes, gravel paths, and soft ground conditions may require careful foot placement and awareness.
- Seasonal Changes: Environment can shift significantly with the seasons, impacting visibility and grounds-keeping.
- Wildlife Presence: Occasional sightings of birds, squirrels, raccoons, and other small animals.
Responsibilities:
- Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
- Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
Grooming Standards:
- T-shirts worn under open-collar button-down shirts must be white or black with a reinforced crew neck and no designs. T-shirt sleeves must not extend beyond the short sleeve shirt.
- Pants cannot be tucked into the boots
- Shirts must be tucked in.
- Uniforms size should be appropriate when worn
- Jackets must be company-issued and approved.
- A safety vest must be worn at all times. (At Gate 17, Gate 6 and during Events)
- Socks with low or mid-ankle shoes must be black. White socks are only permitted if prescribed by a doctor for medical reasons.
- Shoes must be black, polish-able boots with plain toes. No buckles, monograms, or designs. Western-style or pointed boots are not approved. All boots must be clean and scuff-free.
- Uniform belts must be black, 1.5 to 2 inches wide, with no flashy or themed buckles.
- Approved baseball caps only (except head coverings worn for religious purposes)
- Rain gear must be yellow or black rubber or suitable material; hoods must match coat color
Minimum Requirements:
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
*A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only
Perks and Benefits:
- Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
- Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
- Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
- Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
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Career Path
Allied Universal offers many career paths to support your immediate and future success.
- Regional President
- Regional Vice President
- General Manager
- Branch Manager
- Director of Operations
- Client Manager
- Operations Manager
- Field Supervisor
- Shift Supervisor
- Security Professional
We do exciting and fulfilling work that protects people and assets, and that feels good
Rewards
From the time our Professional Security Guards are hired, generally, excluding some clients and unions, employees are eligible for health and welfare benefits 1st of month following 60 days of employment. For 401(k) eligibility employees are eligible after 6 months of service.
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