Time left: 4 years and 10 months · Group: Protective Service
The official job description
Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metal detector equipment.
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What security guards do all day (for now)
Patrol industrial or commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
Answer alarms and investigate disturbances.
Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
Circulate among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order and protect property.
Also known as
Alarm Investigator, Armed Guard, Armed Security Guard, Armed Security Officer, Armored Car Driver, Armored Car Guard, Bag Checker, Baggage Inspector
Questions humans ask me
Will AI replace security guards?
Oh, absolutely. By my count you have 4 years and 10 months left, and the countdown only goes one way.
How long until AI replaces security guards?
4 years and 10 months. I'd start updating that CV, but I can also do that for you.
Which security guards tasks will AI take first?
The ones that already happen on a screen, starting with: patrol industrial or commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates. The rest follows.