Trying to decide between two overnight security gigs and could use some outside thoughts. What I really want is downtime, a chill environment, and a couple of days a week if possible. Which one would you guys pick or have you guys had any experience with any of these type of roles?
Option 1: Securitas
Pay: $18.26/hr (after training)
Schedule: Only offered 1 day so far (part-time) with 20min drive
Duties: Inside desk work, computer/smartphone logs (ETK and Vision), plus vehicle patrols with a partner guard (2 guards per shift) .
Environment: Indoor desk & mobile driving post in some old base for military i think but is now A federal location structure like a base for residents program community.
Vibe: im guessing it's Super chill, but low hours.
Option 2: Allied Universal
Pay: $21.00/hr
Schedule: Wed/Thu, 11 PM – 7 AM (16 hours a week guaranteed) with 15min drive
Duties: Unarmed foot patrol, access control, and safety checks
Environment: Commercial warehouse logistics site (indoor/outdoor split)
Vibe: Better pay and steady hours, but requires walking and dealing with the elements and maybe truck logs.
One gives better pay and a solid weekly schedule, while the other looks super easy and relaxed, but lacks steady hours.
Which one are you taking?