Greensboro, NC
Security guard jobs in Greensboro, North Carolina
2 open positions from licensed security companies: 0 posted here directly, 2 listed from the companies' own postings with a link to apply. No recruiter layer.
What guards make in North Carolina
A guard with 1–3 years of experience typically earns $15.75–$19.00/hr here (state median $16.83, national $18.28, BLS OES data).
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Armed Security OfficerPay not listed
Gate City Security in Greensboro is also accepting applications for armed security officers. Site duties and schedules vary by client, service plan and the credentials a…
- Now accepting applications
- Greensboro and surrounding communities
- Assignments depend on client and credentials
Full-timeArmedState-licensed company
Listed from public posting1 month ago · via Gate City Security employment pageSecurity OfficerPay not listed
Gate City Security, a family-owned Greensboro company that has served local businesses and families since 1975, is accepting applications for security officers. Duties…
- Now accepting applications
- Family-owned, serving Greensboro since 1975
- Schedules vary by client assignment
Full-timeState-licensed company
Listed from public posting1 month ago · via Gate City Security employment pageMore security jobs in North Carolina4 other North Carolina cities hiring right now4 cities
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Questions guards ask about Greensboro
What license do I need for security guard jobs in Greensboro?
North Carolina registers guards through the Private Protective Services Board, with the employer filing the registration. Unarmed guards complete 4 hours of training before their first post and the full 16-hour course within 30 days of permanent employment; armed guards add a 20-hour armed course. Registrations renew every year. Confirm current rules with the North Carolina Private Protective Services Board (PPSB). The North Carolina licensing guide has every credential, fee and renewal window.
Do armed security jobs in Greensboro need a different license?
Armed guards (18+; 21+ to carry concealed) complete both the 16-hour unarmed and 20-hour armed courses, qualify at 80% on the range with their duty weapon, and take a 4-hour recertification course within 180 days of each annual renewal.
How much do security guards make in Greensboro?
A guard with 1–3 years of experience in North Carolina typically earns $15.75–$19.00 an hour (state median $16.83, BLS OES data). None of the 2 open jobs here list pay yet.
Who is hiring security guards in Greensboro right now?
Gate City Security Agency, Inc. Every opening is listed above with its pay, shift and license where the company gives them.
Does it cost anything to apply?
No. tessura never charges guards. 2 openings are listed from the company's own public posting; a free tessura account links through to its application.