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Posted by SikWiditMke (Member # 9699) on
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I'm looking for a job change, and plan to join the police academy sometime soon. For the mean time, I was thinking of getting my guard card and the armed carry permit as well!
Anyone in this profession? How do you like it? And where have you trained?
Posted by 84SVOrick (Member # 9039) on
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I did security for a whole in the city as a part time job for extra money, it was ok cuz we only did concerts so I got to see plenty of good shows, but as a full time gig I couldn't do it!!! Dealing with too much drama with not enough pay!!!
Posted by fredfifty (Member # 10320) on
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i heard knowing how to write up a good police report is also a big part of LE work...something to think about as well, not just the gun part.
Posted by losbadgts (Member # 4394) on
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Dont do it bro. My next door neighbor is one and he is always broke. Always asking his mom for money and he is in his 50ths lol. But its very little pay for all the bullshit.
Posted by x Raelsmar x (Member # 9804) on
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Originally posted by losbadgts:
Dont do it bro. My next door neighbor is one and he is always broke. Always asking his mom for money and he is in his 50ths lol. But its very little pay for all the bullshit.
Armed Guards make like 16-18 an hour plus depending on where you are and your experience. If he's broke he's got some bad habits.
Posted by cali95gt (Member # 8940) on
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Originally posted by x Raelsmar x:
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Originally posted by losbadgts:
Dont do it bro. My next door neighbor is one and he is always broke. Always asking his mom for money and he is in his 50ths lol. But its very little pay for all the bullshit.
Armed Guards make like 16-18 an hour plus depending on where you are and your experience. If he's broke he's got some bad habits.
Regardless of his habits I would not risk my life for $16-$18 per hour lol...
Posted by 510cpskid (Member # 8277) on
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I'm one. If you want to be a cop its a good route to go. Most guard company's are paying 14 starting. Find a job in a good area and you will find it kick back. Dont get me wrong shit can go
Bad quick, but don't risk your life for shit. If any shit goes down where I work (4 banks on the property) my ass would be hiding. I'm doing this to save for my business, but looking to pick something with higher pay.
Posted by a302juGRnot (Member # 10163) on
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im in security but unarmed and in the health department. its nice but i wouldnt stick with it as a career. just a nice step in the ladder
Posted by Blue92 (Member # 8789) on
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Originally posted by cali95gt:
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Originally posted by x Raelsmar x:
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Originally posted by losbadgts:
Dont do it bro. My next door neighbor is one and he is always broke. Always asking his mom for money and he is in his 50ths lol. But its very little pay for all the bullshit.
Armed Guards make like 16-18 an hour plus depending on where you are and your experience. If he's broke he's got some bad habits.
Regardless of his habits I would not risk my life for $16-$18 per hour lol...
Completely! I am just a big rig parts guy and make way more than that.
Posted by BUKSING (Member # 6594) on
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Top flight security of the world Craig!
Posted by Eddie510- (Member # 2354) on
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[ 2013-05-06, 10:21 PM: Message edited by: Eddie510- ]
Posted by SikWiditMke (Member # 9699) on
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^ definitely not going that route.! I know it's not the best paying job and i am not going to make a career out of it. I'm using it as a chance to build my resume, and just something new for a change. I work at jiffy lube now, and it's just to repetitive and not in love with it. I do plan to join the police academy, so I was thinking I can use it as experience, and a foot in the door with a job is somewhat related. I'm 23, just trying to get my act together.
Posted by mrsmcizzle (Member # 9643) on
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I've worked as a security guard for the last 10 yrs im 28 and im making $37hr or $2500 per private contract. Most security firms pay according to experience. As an entry level guard the risk is very low because all u do is observe and report.
Posted by slow2v (Member # 9403) on
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Top flight
Posted by VENOMUS PONY 5.0 (Member # 7785) on
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Interesting Witch jiffy lube you work at...?
Posted by 00SLVRGT (Member # 4509) on
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I did it for about 4 years, never armed though. I did allot of night shifts in office buildings and warehouses. Also did gate security at some gated communities. If you do unarmed and don't mind a ton of overtime, try and get a Flex Officer position. You basically cover anybody that calls in sick or does not show. I was getting $16/hr at my last job but I was putting in quite a few 100hr work weeks. Burnt out on that real fast but made allot while I was doing it.
Posted by SikWiditMke (Member # 9699) on
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^ that's what I like to hear! I don't mind the work, as its something I really want to get into. And at least the pay would be worth it!! Need to pay rent, as my mom doesn't work! *man of the house I guess*
Where did you take your class at?
And I work at jiffy lube in Benicia
Posted by VENOMUS PONY 5.0 (Member # 7785) on
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I work for jiffy lube to.. Is It owned my Mc llc
Posted by SikWiditMke (Member # 9699) on
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^ ours is broadbase. How long you been with the company?
Posted by VENOMUS PONY 5.0 (Member # 7785) on
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