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	How can I get a security guard job at a hospital? Do I have to go through an independent company to do that or do I have to go to the hospital? I have searched the hospital websites and there is nothing about security guard jobs. 3 answers - Asked By: Ozkar the grouch - 3/12/2009

	Is it against the law to have two security guard jobs in New York? I work for a security guard agency but I am interested in having a second job as a security guard at the mall. I was told that I cant have two security guard jobs in NY. Is this true? 2 answers - Asked By: Jonathan - 12/6/2010

	I have an interview for a security guard job and I am expecting them to ask me? If i have previous experience in a similar job. Anyone can guide me what is involved in security guard job? 2 answers - Asked By: Mr.Why - 8/8/2010

	Security guard jobs were you really don't have to deal with people? Are there any security guard jobs were you don't really have to use any authority with people. You know like monitoring videos or maybe like a watch station? 3 answers - Asked By: O RLY? - 3/3/2009

	How do you get a license/certification in NY State to be a Security Guard? I see most Security Guard jobs in New York State require a license or certification to be a security guard, what would I do to go about getting this? Also how would I be certified to be a peace officer in New York State? I recently applied to a Humane Officer job at the ASPCA and it said it preferred current peace officer status. 1 answer - Asked By: 11 Bang Bang - 5/19/2008

	How do i find or apply to be a security guard? How to apply for a security guard job? sounds stupid. But i dont know .lol and if your a security guard or officier how did you get your job. I live in tennessee and am looking for an unarmed position. 1 second ago - 4 days left to answer. ok you two dumbasses didnt help at all. 2 answers - Asked By: Cody C - 1/16/2010

	How come not much security guard companies are hiring in ny? My zip code is 12401. im still with alliedbarton, but not working due to issues , so im laid off for a while. im having a hard time finding a site to go to. im sticking with security guard jobs only. please help me. 3 answers - Asked By: car33 - 5/11/2009

	Is it normal for security guard jobs to require a monetary deposit before they train you? I'm about to graduate college in a few months, and in the meantime I'm looking for a job as a security guard to pay my way through my last semester. I've been looking at the jobs in the paper that are willing to train you, but they all want you to have a minimum deposit of around $80 before they do it. I'm just wondering, is this normal? I've heard of people getting taken advantage of in scams that way before. 3 answers - Asked By: - 12/7/2010

	What kind of drug test do security guards have to take? My little brother is apply for a security guard job. He told me that he's been clean for at least 2 weeks and his interview is in a couple of day. Please mature answers only I would really like to help my brother. My little brother is apply for a security guard job in San Jose California. He told me that he's been clean for at least 2 weeks and his interview is in a couple of day. Please mature answers only I would really like to help my brother. 4 answers - Asked By: Rick - 5/3/2009

	Can I still become an unarmed security guard even though I had a marijuana ticket (misdemeanor) 6 years ago? Will it still be on my record? Are misdemeanors OK for security guard jobs? 2 answers - Asked By: - 3/3/2011

	Does my gun have to be black for a security guard job? I am planning on getting my security guard/w firearm license. During the course, will I have to supply my own gun or will they supply one during the course? Also, if I do get the job, will they supplyy a gun or do I have to use my own? Every security guard with a gun has a black gun, I have a stainless steel gun. Could I use that or does it have to be black? 9 answers - Asked By: Crx Fx - 3/14/2013

	How to work as security overseas? I am a Canadian and was wondering how to get one of those high paying security guard jobs where you go overseas ie, iraq, Afghanistan and or brazil. I have heard that you dont need much experience. I have have had a year experience as a security guard and thats pretty much it. Any information would be great thanks. 2 answers - Asked By: . - 3/2/2013

	What are the best/most dangerous security guard jobs? I will be joining the army soon as an infantryman for a few years but when i retire i was thinking of being a security guard. Not the kind of security guard that stands around at a k-mart all day armed with pepper spray, im talking about the kind that i will be armed with like a machine gun that will shoot anyone who shouldn't be in the area, its not because i wanna kill someone but because i want a special security job where i have to be alert and on my feet, ready for anything. That's if there is any jobs like that. 2 answers - Asked By: hghkgkgk - 7/27/2009

	How should i make my resume for a security guard job at wackenhut? Im in the national guard and i just graduated high school in june of 09 and i just graduated military police school on Oct 28,2009 and the only real job ive had was at long john silvers which does nothing for a security guard job resume. i dont start college till january and well i dont know how to set up my resume. can someone assist me plz 1 answer - Asked By: - 11/1/2009

	How stressful are security guard jobs? I accepted a job as a security guard for the first time. It is new to me. I will be working a 4pm-Midnight shift walking around a chemical plant and watching cameras of different areas of the plant. Is this job high stress, low stress or medium? I currently work 40 hours a week in retail in a high stress environment and I am hoping this job will be less intense. 4 answers - Asked By: M S - 5/14/2007

	What is the most comfortable boots/shoes for standing on your feet for 8 hours? I'm working a security guard job and I'm going to be standing on my feet most of the time. Any suggestions? 2 answers - Asked By: JV - 11/19/2012

	What are some good security guard job companies that doesn't require you to have experience? I live in Brooklyn,New York. Most legit security guard companies want you to have experience before they can hire you, but I have no experience. 1 answer - Asked By: Martin - 8/9/2012

	Is being a security guard a good job? I recently got offered a job as a security guard but I was wondering if it was a comfortable job? I have plans on going to school and work at the same time so are the jobs flexible on their schedules? Also if anyone has gone through the process of becoming a security guard what type of drug testing is required? And is there random drug testing after you get hired? 2 answers - Asked By: simbasoccer - 4/17/2011

	What to wear for an security guard job interview? I suddenly got a phone call for an opening for a security guard at iron horse and i have no idea on wat to wear for the interview or even wat to expect. Im only 18 and i have no previous experience in this position. I found it as a shock that i even got a call!!! 2 answers - Asked By: Psycho M - 7/6/2009

	Why do Iraq vets, often end up getting jobs such as security guards? I realized that soldiers coming back from Iraq and left the military seek security guard as their pereferred job. Or is it, since they were too young all of them 18-to late 20's, they don't have an educational background and can't pursue a better career? STRONG!, ARMilitarY. 9 answers - Asked By: REBELion - 8/19/2007

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