Locations: Stratham, NH and Newington, NH
Pay Rate: $19.57–$21.00 / hour
Schedules Available: Full-Time and Part-Time openings available, including day, evening, weekend, and overnight shifts
We help make your world a safer place.
Securitas is currently hiring Security Officers for professional client sites in Stratham, NH and Newington, NH. These positions support established manufacturing and industrial environments, including access control, patrols, visitor and contractor activity, vehicle traffic, and site safety procedures.
These are great opportunities for dependable candidates who are observant, professional, and comfortable following procedures. Previous security experience is helpful, but not required. We are willing to train the right person.
The ideal candidate is someone who shows up on time, stays alert throughout the shift, communicates professionally, follows post orders, documents activity accurately, and takes pride in helping maintain a safe and secure environment.
Current Openings:
Security Officer – Stratham, NH
Schedule: Wednesday–Sunday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Hours: 40 hours per week
Pay Rate: $19.57 / hour
Security Officer – Stratham, NH
Schedule: Wednesday–Sunday, 11:00 PM–7:00 AM
Hours: 40 hours per week
Pay Rate: $21.00 / hour
Security Officer – Newington, NH
Schedule: Saturday–Sunday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Hours: 16 hours per week
Pay Rate: $20.00 / hour
Security Officer – Newington, NH
Schedule: Sunday–Thursday, 12:00 AM–8:00 AM
Hours: 40 hours per week
Pay Rate: $20.00 / hour
Security Officer – Newington, NH
Schedule: Saturday, 4:00 PM–12:00 AM
Hours: 8 hours per week
Pay Rate: $20.00 / hour
Security Officer – Newington, NH
Schedule: Wednesday–Saturday, 12:00 AM–8:00 AM
Hours: 32 hours per week
Pay Rate: $20.00 / hour
Other sites and schedules along the NH Seacoast may also be available. Site location, schedule, and pay rate may vary by contract.
What You’ll Do:
Access Control and Gate Duties
Monitor employee, visitor, contractor, and vehicle access to the site. Verify credentials, check identification, maintain visitor logs, and ensure proper entry procedures are followed.
Patrols and Site Monitoring
Conduct routine foot and/or vehicle patrols of assigned areas, which may include entrances, gates, parking areas, manufacturing areas, warehouses, offices, exterior areas, waterfront or industrial areas, and other parts of the property.
Visitor, Contractor, and Vehicle Activity
Interact professionally with employees, visitors, vendors, contractors, drivers, and site personnel. Assist with directing authorized individuals and reporting unusual activity.
Camera and Alarm Monitoring
Monitor CCTV, alarms, and other security systems as required. Respond to alerts according to site procedures and escalate concerns when needed.
Incident Response
Respond to alarms, emergencies, safety concerns, access issues, and other incidents in a calm and professional manner. Communicate clearly with site personnel, emergency responders, and Securitas management when appropriate.
Reporting and Documentation
Maintain accurate daily activity logs, incident reports, access records, and other required documentation. Attention to detail is important in this role.
Post Orders and Safety Procedures
Follow all site-specific post orders, emergency procedures, safety policies, and client expectations. Officers must be comfortable working within established rules and procedures.
Professional Presence
Represent Securitas and the client with professionalism, courtesy, and confidence. Officers are often the first point of contact for employees, visitors, contractors, drivers, and vendors entering the site.
Who This Role Is a Good Fit For:
This position may be a strong fit for candidates with experience in security, customer service, military, law enforcement, corrections, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, dispatch, retail, gatehouse, or other roles requiring reliability and attention to detail.
You may be a good fit if you:
Are dependable and punctual
Can stay alert throughout the full shift
Are comfortable working independently
Can follow written and verbal instructions
Communicate clearly and professionally
Are comfortable interacting with employees, visitors, contractors, drivers, and vendors
Can remain calm during emergencies or unexpected situations
Can complete accurate logs and reports
Are comfortable walking, standing, and patrolling as needed
Can work in changing weather conditions when required
Take pride in maintaining a safe and secure environment
Qualifications:
Previous security experience is preferred, but not required.
Previous customer service, military, law enforcement, corrections, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, dispatch, or gatehouse experience is a plus.
Strong communication, observation, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to follow detailed post orders and site procedures.
Ability to complete accurate reports and daily activity logs.
Valid NH Security Guard license/guard card preferred, but not required. Candidates must be willing and able to complete the NH licensing process, which may include application paperwork, background review, and a trip to Concord, NH. This process takes approximately 2 weeks on average, depending on state processing times, so prompt completion of all required steps is important.
Ability to stand, walk, patrol, and respond to incidents throughout the shift.
Must be professional, reliable, and able to meet site expectations.
Benefits:
Medical Insurance through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Dental Insurance through Aetna
Vision Insurance through VSP
401(k) with Employer Matching
Paid Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Uniforms
Paid Training Upon Hire and Throughout Career
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discount Programs
Programs Supporting Healthy Lifestyle and Financial Wellness
Our Values: Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness
Securitas’ core values are the foundation for how our employees build trust with clients, colleagues, and the surrounding community.
Integrity means being honest, professional, and trusted to safeguard people, property, and information.
Vigilance means staying alert, aware, and ready to notice details that others may miss.
Helpfulness means being ready to assist when needed and taking pride in supporting a safe environment.
Securitas employees come from all walks of life and bring a variety of skills, experiences, and perspectives. If you live by the values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness, we are looking for you to join the Securitas team.
Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.
Pay: $19.57 - $21.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
