I don’t know what to say - Security Officer GardaWorld Employee Review

1.0
Sep 4, 2023
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Pros

- you meet some good people - 50 cent raises every six months — capping out at $16.50//hr

Cons

- doesn’t take harassment seriously - favoritism - discrimination - no work life balance - horrible pay from such a wealthy company - horrible pay considering their competitors pay more - unsafe working conditions - poor HR and management - payroll is often messed up and not fixed - the worst insurance I’ve ever seen - 30 HOURS IS CONSIDERED FULL TIME!!! - you will work every single holiday - often threatened to be terminated for sick days/hospital and doctor visits - does not like pregnant women - extremely poor communication - not allowed to wear knee length shorts even when it’s 105° - penalized if you have to leave work for emergency - penalized if you ask off for work. can’t miss til you have been there for ONE YEAR STRAIGHT - has “core values” and a handbook, yet contradicts themselves by going against their own handbook — yet uses it against you - overall an extremely hostile work environment

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5.0
Jun 8, 2026
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Pros

Good training. Not too demanding in the learning curve.

Cons

Not a whole lot of work where I live. Working out of town 1 day a week part-time with a long commute.

3.0
Jun 11, 2026
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Pros

The role provides the opportunity to meet a diverse range of people, oversee multiple sites, and stay active throughout the day. The constant movement and variety help keep the work engaging and dynamic.

Cons

Supervisors are often overwhelmed by the number of accounts they are responsible for managing. They are required to conduct site checks within specific timeframes, regardless of the distance between locations, which can be challenging and time-consuming. Additionally, staffing shortages and heavy workloads can force supervisors to cover posts themselves when no one on the roster is available or willing to take an assignment, preventing them from completing other critical responsibilities. The company appears to follow federal law only to the extent necessary to avoid legal repercussions. As a member of the military reserves, I have observed that legally mandated rest periods following military duty are not always adequately considered by management when scheduling employees. This can create unnecessary fatigue and make it more difficult to balance military obligations with civilian work responsibilities.

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