Job Description and Responsibilities
Become part of one of the largest and fastest-growing privately held security companies in the U.S! Since 1998, Sunstates Security has built a national reputation for delivering exceptional services while fostering high-quality work environments for our team. We are dedicated to hiring, developing, and retaining a professional workforce that reflects our commitment to excellence.
We believe in strategic reinvestment in our people by offering a benefits package that exceeds industry standards, pathways for career advancement, extensive internal training, and employee recognition programs. Our team members are provided with the tools, knowledge, and hands-on management support necessary for long-term success.
Our commitment to a superior workplace culture is reflected in our most recent national accolades. Sunstates Security is proud to be recognized as a 2026 Forbes Dream Employer, an honor based on independent employee feedback and workplace excellence. Additionally, we have been named a 2026 Training MVP by Training Magazine, marking the third consecutive year we have accepted this prestigious recognition. We also continue to be celebrated for our steady growth and stability on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.
At the heart of everything we do are our core values of honor, integrity, and trust. If you are searching for a rewarding career with a proactive security partner that protects some of the country’s leading organizations, we invite you to explore the possibilities at Sunstates Security. Join a successful, growing team where your talent is appreciated and have opportunities to advance your professional career.
HIRING IMMEDIATELY
Sunstates Security is hiring Flex Unarmed Security Officers in the Northern MD area. All days and shifts are available! These positions offer a pay rate of $21/hr with weekly pay.
Job Requirements
Position Overview
Sunstates Security is seeking professional Flex Security Officers to support a logistics and distribution operation in the Laurel, MD area. This position is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment through access control, gate operations, patrol activities, visitor management, and facility security. Candidates who are adaptable, dependable, and comfortable supporting multiple locations within the region are encouraged to apply.
Primary Responsibilities
Security Officers will be expected to:
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Provide professional security support at logistics and distribution facilities throughout the Laurel, MD region.
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Control access for employees, contractors, vendors, and visitors entering and exiting client facilities.
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Monitor truck traffic, shipping and receiving activity, and delivery operations.
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Conduct vehicle inspections, credential verification, and gatehouse operations in accordance with site procedures.
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Perform routine patrols of warehouse, distribution, parking, and perimeter areas.
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Respond to alarms, incidents, emergencies, and security concerns while following established escalation procedures.
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Complete daily activity reports, incident reports, truck logs, visitor logs, and other required documentation.
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Maintain a visible security presence to promote a safe and secure work environment.
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Follow all client-specific post orders, safety requirements, and Sunstates Security standards.
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Communicate effectively with client management, drivers, employees, emergency responders, and Sunstates leadership.
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Travel between assigned client locations as operational needs require.
Minimum Requirements
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Must be eligible to work in the United States.
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Must be able to work in Laurel, MD and travel within a 25-mile radius as operational needs require.
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Active Maryland Security Guard Certification required.
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Must be able to obtain and maintain Virginia DCJS registration and/or Washington, D.C. security credentials as required.
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Must possess strong customer service and communication skills.
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Must be comfortable working in active warehouse, transportation, and logistics environments.
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Must be able to complete detailed reports and documentation accurately.
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Must be capable of working days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and company-observed holidays as assigned.
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Prior security, military, law enforcement, warehouse, logistics, transportation, dispatch, or customer service experience preferred.
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Reliable transportation required.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The strongest candidates will possess:
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Experience working in distribution centers, warehouses, logistics facilities, truck gates, or industrial environments.
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Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow established procedures.
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Experience with access control, visitor management, and vehicle inspections.
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Professional communication and customer service skills.
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Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of accountability.
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Sound judgment and decision-making abilities during incidents and emergencies.
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Flexibility to support multiple locations and changing operational requirements.
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Ability to maintain Maryland licensing and obtain Virginia and/or Washington, D.C. credentials as required.
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Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout the service area.
Schedule / Coverage Needs
This account requires coverage during:
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Day Shifts
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Evening Shifts
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Overnight Shifts
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Weekend Coverage
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Company-Observed Holidays
Flex Officers support multiple client locations and schedules based on operational needs. Candidates with open availability and scheduling flexibility are strongly encouraged to apply.
Flex Officer Explanation
The Flex Officer position is crucial to our company’s operational and financial success. The flex officer provides trained, competent support by working shifts which become open due to illness, call-offs, weather, vacation, or other causes. This enables Sunstates to provide continual, uninterrupted service to our customers, while also protecting the health and work balance of our personnel.
Scheduling Expectations
The scheduling parameters and expectations for a flex officer are different from those of an employee assigned to a fixed post. As a flex:
- You will be trained at various posts and /or facilities based on operational need. While you may work at a specific post or location for several weeks due to need, this will not be a permanent assignment.
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Your schedule (shifts, days off, hours per week, etc.) will vary based on operational need.
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You will be assigned to, or offered the opportunity to accept, shifts as they become available due to staffing needs.
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Some of your shifts will be scheduled in advance and posted with the new week’s schedule. Sometimes you will be called with short notice and asked to come in to cover for someone who is unable to work their shift.
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You are expected to work any shift for which you are scheduled in advance which falls within the availability described on this sheet. If you know you will be unavailable on an upcoming date or time that would normally fall within your availability described on this sheet, you must communicate this with your supervisor, so they know not to schedule you.
For short-notice call-ins, you are expected to work at least 80% of the shifts for which you are called. If you refuse more than 20% of shifts for which you are called in, this could negatively impact your employment status with the company.
A Security Officer may perform a multitude of duties as specified by the Post Orders and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). The Security Officer will read and become extremely knowledgeable of Post Orders and SOP and will be able to act quickly and efficiently according to such directives.
Benefits
Industry-leading employee benefits that include weekly pay, 401k savings plan with a company match, affordable medical, dental & vision benefits, employee referral bonuses, paid time off, premium holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and more – available for qualified candidates!
