Security Guard Work?

Question

After working in the Contract Security field for 11yrs. , I feel so depressed I can't even tell you. With only a high school level education being 49 yrs. old and not being good in school when I was young, I find there's no way out. People making insulting comments, Examples; Don't sleep too much, don't work too hard, employee's laughing and saying arrest that guy , don't let him in, like your gonna respond like someone who thinks their a cop. The most thankless job I could think of. Let me tell you the effect is so bad that I don't want to even meet new people and never bring up what I do(Which is impossible in a social setting) Never proud of the small paycheck I make. I wonder how many of you people working security have ever felt this way. I'm sure there's quite a few. All I can say is that I show up to work cleanshavin, very neat and do a great job, but the stigma of what others working security through the yrs. has long ruined the image, one that will never change.

Answer 1

I hear ya; I too currently work security, and have 11 years experience. I'm in my early 30's but I've been able to do and see things most people don’t get the chance to. I started out with contract security, but realized rather quickly it was a LOW paying, and belittling job. So I switched my approach and began working private security (executive protection). After some training, my first job in that field landed me working for a multi-millionaire. I got to drive jaguars, excursions, and even a 32ft Lincoln limo. After realizing that my boss would not pay for anything beyond my job expenses I jumped ship again, and began working corporate security. I worked for a Government research and development company and obtained a security clearance with the department of defense and energy (this was because I had a well proven back ground in the security business). During that job I got to work along side the secret service once when President Bush came to visit the facility. I got to ask questions, and learn a LOT about the security field. As side benefit of that event; I got to get with-in 10 feet of the President. I currently work for a fortune 100 company (wont say which cause I don't want to get into trouble) but this company will pay for my college. I'm not 100% pleased with my current job either, but I now have the chance to get through college and have the company pay for it.

A GREAT side benefit I've always enjoyed was getting to meet, and create my own network of people. Bottom line is this: If you give up, you're as good as finished. Try to find other companies (larger ones) that pay well, offer good benefits, and have good advancement opportunities. STAY AWAY from contract companies, THEY ARE A WASTE OF TIME!!!!

Answer 2

Cheer up friend. I have worked security as well and nobody likes you until its their stuff being ripped off and then they expect you to work miracles.

Average citizens used to help police and security but now it seems to be the opposite. The bad guys get glamorized and the security guy is always made out to be the fool.

Its a thankless job for sure but it is an important job. Keep your head up and remember that people can only rob you of your dignity if you let them. And if its really that bad, you can always change jobs (there's always more options out there than one sees at first glance)

Answer 3

Don't be depressed, what you do is important work. I have two suggestions. The first is, if you can, check into community college and consider getting a two year degree. That will certainly boost your pay check in the long run. The second suggestion is to look into the TSA (www.tsa.gov). The TSA has opportunities often. If not today, there are always positions opening. Working for the federal government pays decent, but has PHENOMENAL benefits. I encourage you to check out employment with TSA. Good luck.

Answer 4

Been there, done that. I was a security supervisor in Nashville Tn. Most of the security guards we hired looked homeless and presented a very unprofessional attitude. It goes with the line of work.

Try a diffrent line of work, for instance Armored car. After my security gig making low wages I jumped to Brinks making almost twice as much, wit ha security back ground you shouldn't have a problem getting hired.

Answer 5

I used to do security work in the UK and I found that the average manager and supervisor in the security business is a bare faced liar. The average facilities manager (clients manager) is an idiot. People look down on you. The hours are awkward and excessive. The money is an insult and security firms treat you like dirt. I gave it up and started my own business.

Answer 6

I don't know if this would work for you, but a lot of the security guards i have met are working on getting a college degree.

Answer 7

YES, i worked as a security guard during the Oklahoma OIL boom . Setting on a oil rig in the
middle of nowhare.RAIN.SNOW, DUST AND MUD.my pay check was so small i barley had
enough to buy Amo.to fire warning shots at bad
guys trying to steal.They furnished me a shed
to stay in.THE rough necks made $35.00 PER HOUR.WORK OR ON STAND BY. i made
$7.50 hour.When I GOT MY k-9 he made more
than i did,

Answer 8

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Answer 9

I have done it for 28 years. If your state offers certification (Ohio) does, then take it. Many places that have their own security does(Hospitals, libraries). In house security is always better than contract.