Security jobs in Lancaster, TX
Lancaster, TX

Security Jobs in
Lancaster, TX

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Unarmed Security Officer
Allied Universal ·Lancaster, TX $17–21/hr Full-Time
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Security Guard — Residential
Securitas ·Lancaster, TX $16–20/hr Full-Time
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Corporate Lobby Security Officer
G4S ·Lancaster, TX $18–23/hr Full-Time
Overnight Security Guard
Allied Universal ·Lancaster, TX $17–21/hr Full-Time
Part-Time Security Officer
Local Guard Firm ·Lancaster, TX $15–19/hr Part-Time

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What security jobs are hiring in Lancaster TX?+
Active Lancaster security openings are concentrated in overnight industrial and distribution patrol along the I-20 and I-35E corridors, cargo security at freight operations, and residential gate coverage at Lancaster apartment communities. Sign up for alerts to be notified when openings match your zip code.
Is Lancaster TX a good market for security jobs?+
For candidates available for overnight industrial patrol, yes — Lancaster's I-20/I-35E position makes it one of the more active overnight security markets in southern Dallas County. The city's industrial security demand is consistent year-round and cargo theft prevention investment has pushed employer rates above the standard overnight patrol baseline.
What does security pay in Lancaster TX?+
Entry-level security in Lancaster runs $15–17/hr for overnight industrial patrol, with $1–3/hr shift differentials on top. Experienced officers at freight and distribution accounts earn $17–24/hr. Senior and cargo-specialized positions reach $24–32/hr.
Do I need a car for security jobs in Lancaster?+
For virtually all Lancaster security positions, yes. The industrial and logistics facilities on the I-20 and I-35E corridors are large-footprint operations where vehicle patrol is the standard operating mode. A valid Texas driver's license and clean MVR are effectively required for overnight industrial security in Lancaster.
What cities are near Lancaster for security work?+
Lancaster borders DeSoto to the northwest, Hutchins to the north, and Glenn Heights to the south. The southern Dallas County security corridor connects Lancaster candidates to DeSoto, Duncanville, and Cedar Hill patrol routes. The I-20 industrial corridor also links Lancaster to the broader South Dallas logistics market.
What is cargo security and how does it differ from regular security?+
Cargo security at Lancaster's freight operations involves verifying trailer seals, maintaining chain-of-custody documentation for inbound and outbound loads, monitoring for cargo theft indicators, and controlling access to freight areas. It's more documentation-intensive than standard commercial patrol and requires familiarity with freight logistics terminology. The skills are directly transferable to other major DFW logistics markets including Garland, Mesquite, and the Alliance corridor.
Lancaster, TX Market

Security Jobs in Lancaster, TX

Lancaster sits at the intersection of I-20 and I-35E in southern Dallas County — a position that makes it one of the most strategically located logistics and industrial security markets in the DFW metro. The city's industrial and logistics corridor is one of the most active in the southern Dallas County market, with distribution centers, freight operations, and manufacturing facilities that generate consistent overnight security demand year-round.

Lancaster's security market is dominated by industrial overnight patrol — the I-20 and I-35E corridors through the city carry significant freight volume and host a concentration of distribution and logistics operations that require vehicle patrol security across all overnight and weekend hours. Cargo theft prevention is a primary driver of security investment in the Lancaster industrial zone.

Lancaster's residential base has grown significantly over the past decade as southern Dallas County development has expanded. The resulting apartment and HOA security demand adds to the industrial overnight security employment base — giving candidates in Lancaster access to both overnight industrial patrol and residential gate coverage roles within a compact geographic area. Active hiring zip codes include 75134 and 75146.

I-20 Logistics Corridor I-35E Industrial Southern Dallas County Freight Security Distribution Centers Cargo Protection Best Southwest Adjacent Overnight Industrial
Overview & Duties
Role Overview

What Security Jobs Are Available?

Industrial and distribution security along Lancaster's I-20 and I-35E corridors is the dominant security employment category in the city. Distribution centers, freight operations, and manufacturing facilities along these corridors require overnight vehicle patrol coverage that is the most consistently available and entry-accessible security employment in Lancaster.

Cargo security is a specialized subset of Lancaster's industrial security market — freight operations handling high-value cargo require officers with attention to trailer seal verification, access log maintenance, and awareness of cargo theft prevention protocols. Lancaster's position on two major freight corridors makes cargo security experience gained here directly transferable to other major DFW logistics markets.

Residential gate and community patrol across Lancaster's growing apartment and HOA developments provides overnight and weekend employment that complements the industrial security market. Officers building their first year of security experience in Lancaster access both industrial and residential role types within a manageable geographic area.

Duties

Common Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conduct overnight vehicle patrol of I-20 and I-35E distribution and industrial facilities
  • Verify trailer seals and maintain access logs at freight and logistics operations
  • Staff residential gate and HOA patrol at Lancaster apartment communities
  • Monitor perimeter fencing and CCTV at industrial facilities
  • Respond to alarms, cargo discrepancies, and security incidents
  • Write detailed shift logs and incident reports
  • Coordinate with Lancaster PD and Dallas County Sheriff on security incidents
  • Cover multi-city southern Dallas County patrol routes as assigned
Compensation

Typical Pay in Lancaster, TX

Lancaster security pay tracks the southern Dallas County industrial market. Overnight industrial positions carry standard shift differentials. Cargo security at high-value freight operations pays at the upper end of the overnight patrol range.

Entry Level
$15–17/hr
~$31k–35k/yr
Experienced
$17–24/hr
~$35k–50k/yr
Lead / Senior
$24–32/hr
~$50k–67k/yr
Requirements & Schedules
Requirements

What You Need

  • Valid Texas Level 2 Security License required
  • Valid driver's license and clean MVR — overnight vehicle patrol is standard in Lancaster
  • Overnight availability — the dominant demand window for Lancaster industrial security
  • Physical stamina for extended vehicle patrol in outdoor environments
  • Prior security, military, logistics, or warehouse background relevant for Lancaster industrial accounts
  • Clean background — freight and logistics clients conduct thorough screening
Schedules

Typical Schedules & Environments

  • Overnight shifts (10pm–6am) are the primary schedule type at Lancaster industrial accounts
  • Weekend coverage required year-round — logistics operations run 7 days
  • Shift differentials of $1–3/hr for overnight Lancaster industrial positions
  • Residential gate coverage overnight and weekends across Lancaster apartment corridors
  • Multi-city southern Dallas County patrol routes available for candidates with clean driving records
  • Company patrol vehicle typically provided at larger Lancaster industrial accounts
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