Security Officer - Museum in San Jose, CA
Job title from GardaWorld: Security Officer - Museum
Source: GardaWorld job site (securityjobsus.garda.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Oct 21, 2026.
License in California
To work as a security guard in California you need the Security Guard Registration (guard card), issued by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS), California Department of Consumer Affairs.
Minimum age: 18.
How the pay compares
This job pays about the same as the typical USD 23.95 an hour for security guard jobs in San Jose, CA (80 jobs that list the pay).
This job pays USD 2.00 an hour more than the typical USD 22.00 an hour for security guard jobs in California (1329 jobs that list the pay).
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About GardaWorld here
GardaWorld has 4 more open security guard jobs in San Jose, CA.
Typical pay at GardaWorld in California: USD 21.63 an hour (127 jobs that list the pay).
Job description from GardaWorld
GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Security Guard - Museum!
Ready to suit up as a Security Guard - Museum?
What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.
As a Security Officer – Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc.
What’s in it for you:
- Site Location: San Jose, CA
- Set schedule:Full time / Shift one: Wednesday - Sunday, 11:00 pm - 7:00 am Shift two: Saturday / Sunday, 3:00pm - 11:00pm. Monday / Tuesday, 11:00pm - 7:00am
- Competitive hourly wage of $24 / hour (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
- A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
- Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
- Uniform provided at no cost
Responsibilities of Security Guard - Museum
- Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
- Verify identities and control access to secure areas
- React quickly to threats or incidents
- Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
- Document incidents and actions taken
- Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
- Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
- Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property
Qualifications of Security Guard - Museum
- Be authorized to work in the U.S.
- Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
- One year of Security Experience Required
- First aid certification is an asset
- Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
- If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
- You have a state security license (BSIS Guard Card) and an additional 32hr. BSIS security trainings (Additional security training can be obtained during the hiring process)
In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.
If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!
GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.
Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, surveillance, and even casual roles available.
It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.
GardaWorld Security Services of California, Inc. CA
Private Patrol Number 16344
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