Gate House Attendant

Cardinal Point Security Group

Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia, PA
Posted 2 days ago

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Job Description

Gate House Attendant – $17.00 per hour – Bala Cynwyd, PA

A Better Security Post. A Clear Schedule. Work That Matters.

Cardinal Point Security Group is hiring a professional Gate Attendant for an upscale townhome community.

This is not a warehouse, parking lot, or warm-body post. You will work in a professional environment where your judgment, communication, and reliability, are respected.

Position details:

Start Date: 8/31/26

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Location: Bala Cynwyd, PA

Schedule:

Coverage is needed seven (7) days a week

8:00 AM to 2:30 PM AND 2:30 PM to 9:00 PM on a weekend rotation

Why Officers Choose Cardinal Point

Clear post orders and expectations
Direct supervisor coaching and field support
Employee referral and recognition programs
401(k) eligibility after six months
Opportunities to advance into lead, supervisor, and higher-responsibility security roles

You will not be sent to a site and expected to figure everything out alone. Our recruiting, training, compliance, scheduling, and operations teams support you throughout onboarding and while you are assigned.

What You’ll Do

Maintain a visible, professional presence at the Main Gate of the complex
Support visitor management and access-control procedures
Identify suspicious behavior and report concerns early
Build professional relationships with residents and visitors
Respond calmly during emergencies and critical incidents
Communicate by radio and write clear, factual incident reports
Arrive on time, look sharp, stay engaged, and remain consistent

Who Will Succeed Here

Officers who take pride in being dependable and professional
Officers who notice problems before they become incidents
Officers who want a meaningful assignment with training, structure, and growth potential

Required Qualifications

Minimum one year of experience working a gate at a residential or business complex. This is critical as there is a high volume of vehicles coming in/out of the complex
Must be available to work the weekend rotation
High school diploma or GED
Reliable transportation
Active cell phone and reliable email access
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Professional appearance
Ability to pass required background screening

Preferred Experience

Prior security experience
Incident report writing
CPR, First Aid, or AED certification

Ready for a Better Assignment?

Bring your professionalism, judgment, and reliability to a role where your presence has a real purpose. Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly, and our team will guide you through the clearance, training, and onboarding process.

Apply today and take the next step in your security career.

Cardinal Point Security Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Performs basic customer service and security functions under close supervision. Greets and screens guests, issues ID badges, monitors guest traffic, and reports suspicious activity. Coordinates with other team members to ensure a secure and welcoming environment.

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