Security Patrol Guard Jobs in Kentwood, MI

A Security Patrol Guard is a crucial part of the security industry, tasked with the responsibility of maintaining a safe and secure environment. They carry out regular patrols, monitor property to prevent theft, damage, or any unlawful activities, and respond to emergencies. Duties also include maintaining a high visibility presence to deter illegal actions, observing for signs of crime, and investigating disturbances. They must document all patrol observations, incidents, and coordinate with law enforcement when necessary. Their role is instrumental in providing a sense of security and peace of mind for businesses, institutions, and individuals.

To perform their role effectively, Security Patrol Guards should possess a variety of skills and certifications. They must be vigilant, observant, and detail-oriented, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A Level 2 Security Guard License is a fundamental requirement, along with certifications in First Aid and CPR. Knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols, surveillance systems, and emergency response planning is essential. Before becoming a Security Patrol Guard, a person might work in roles such as a Security Officer, Loss Prevention Officer, or a Public Safety Officer, which serve as stepping stones towards gaining relevant experience and skills in the security field.

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MillerKnoll

Global Security Operations Specialist/PT

  • MillerKnoll
  • Zeeland, MI (16 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • MillerKnoll
  • Zeeland, MI (16 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Why join us? Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger...

Security Officer

  • Wyoming, MI (7 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wyoming, MI (7 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 1 day ago

SECURITY OFFICER WYOMING, MI ? Now Hiring: Security Officer - Full Time (2nd Shift)? ? Competitive Pay - $16/Hour ? Full-Time | 2nd Shift ? Fast-Growing Company = Big Opportunities for Advancement...

Security Officer - Veterans Home

  • Comstock Park, MI (15 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Comstock Park, MI (15 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Conduct hourly foot patrol of interior and exterior to check entrances, doors, windows and vents are locked and secure against break-ins (includes climbing stairs)....

Surveillance Security Officer - Warehouse

  • Caledonia, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Caledonia, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Guard Monitor security systems to detect any suspicious activity Document observed events and incidents, writing detailed reports Respond quickly to incidents or potential threats Conduct regular patrols...

Entry Level Security Officer

  • Comstock Park, MI (15 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Comstock Park, MI (15 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 3 days ago

TheSecurity Officerposition helps maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by actively monitoring the premises, including patrolling a variety of locations....

Security Specialist

  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 4 days ago

SUMMARY: Responsible for promoting and maintaining Founder's Brewing Company security and property protection programs by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:...

Security Officer Associate

  • Zeeland, MI (16 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Zeeland, MI (16 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Essential Functions Maintains highly visible foot and vehicle patrols to detect or deter fire, accidents, violations of hospital policies and criminal acts Documents information on incident reports...

Security Officer - Construction Site

  • Hastings, MI (22 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hastings, MI (22 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Conduct hourly foot patrol of interior and exterior to check entrances, doors, windows and vents are locked and secure against break-ins; and take inventory of the equipment on-site....

Security Specialist

  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Patrolling post doing patrols in a golf cart and on foot inside and outside multiple buildings and general grounds....

Security Officer

  • Wyoming, MI (7 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wyoming, MI (7 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Mobile Patrol - Drive the security vehicle around the site, patrolling parking lots and building exteriors....

Limited Part Time - Public Safety Officer

  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 10 days ago

additional.50/hour for all hours worked between 11:00 pm and 6:00 am Monday through Friday; and for all hours worked on Saturday or Sunday (12:00 am to 11:59 pm)RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide proactive campus patrols...

Security Officer - Aerospace Company

  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 10 days ago

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...

Uniform Security Officer

  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Overview DK Security is Michigans fastest growing security company. Established in 1995, we began as an investigations firm and quickly expanded to provide uniform security, event staff security,...

Security Officer - Airport

  • Kentwood, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 11 days ago

Security Officer at DK Security, your duties may vary depending on the site you are working....

Security Officer Part Time Weekends

  • Coopersville, MI (21 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Coopersville, MI (21 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 11 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information with professionalism Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle...

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Salary for Security Patrol Guard Jobs in Kentwood, MI

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Highest Education Level

Security Patrol Guards in Kentwood, MI offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.5%
Bachelor's Degree
23.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.0%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Master's Degree
6.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Security Patrol Guards in Kentwood, MI
Less than 1 year
43.9%
None
38.5%
1-2 years
16.5%
2-4 years
1.1%


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