Security Guard Services
Security Guard Services in Amarillo, TX
Amarillo’s retail base runs from Westgate Mall and Town Square Village in the southwest to the Wolflin Village shops and the historic Route 66 storefronts on Sixth Avenue. Downtown Amarillo, the medical center district and the industrial corridors along Interstate 40 and Interstate 27 add office, healthcare, logistics and food processing sites across the Texas Panhandle.
See the Texas page for coverage across Texas.
Retail Districts Covered in Amarillo
Officers cover stores, centers and business areas across Amarillo, including:
- Westgate Mall
- Town Square Village
- Wolflin Village
- Route 66 Historic District on Sixth Avenue
- Soncy Road retail corridor
- Downtown Amarillo
Security Considerations in Amarillo
Amarillo serves as the retail and medical center for a wide stretch of the Texas Panhandle, so stores and clinics see steady weekend traffic from shoppers who drive in from smaller towns. Officers at Westgate Mall and along the Soncy Road corridor cover large parking fields, late closing hours and holiday peaks, while downtown posts near the Amarillo Civic Center and Hodgetown shift with ballpark and convention schedules.
Weather shapes post planning here. High winds, spring hail and winter blizzards on Interstate 40 can close roads and delay shift relief, so Post Orders set out holdover procedures and weather checks. Distribution sites and truck yards along I-40 and I-27 need gate and dock coverage around the clock. Bilingual English and Spanish officers are useful at retail counters and industrial gates, and the Tri-State Fair and Rodeo each September adds event demand.
Security Services in Amarillo
Armed and Unarmed Security Guards
Licensed security officers for daily posts in Amarillo, assigned to Post Orders written around each site’s layout, hours and risk.
Retail Security and Loss Prevention
Officers for stores and shopping centers in Amarillo, trained in organized retail crime recognition, de-escalation and incident documentation.
Luxury Retail Asset Protection
Client-facing officers for boutiques and flagships in Amarillo who protect staff and inventory without interrupting clienteling.
Event Security
Access control, guest list management and crowd coverage for product launches, private events and venues in Amarillo.
Fire Watch
Fire watch patrols and logs in Amarillo while alarm or sprinkler systems are out of service, set to the local fire authority’s requirements.
Executive Protection Support
Protection support for executive, dignitary and VIP visits, meetings and events in Amarillo.
Concierge and Lobby Security
Front desk coverage, visitor management and access control for office and residential buildings in Amarillo.
Warehouse and Construction Security
Gate, dock and perimeter coverage for distribution centers, warehouses and construction sites in and around Amarillo.
Screening, Training and Supervision
Officers complete a five-stage screening process and tier-based training before assignment, including de-escalation and, for retail posts, organized retail crime recognition. Supervisors make unannounced site visits, and the McCray Operations Desk answers 24/7/365. Incidents are documented on scene, and clients receive reports in the same format at every location.
Texas Licensing
Texas security companies are licensed by the Texas Department of Public Safety, Private Security Program. Unarmed officers must be registered as Level II non-commissioned security officers, and armed officers must hold a Level III commissioned security officer license. McCray Global Protection holds Texas license B18919001.
Common Questions
Can officers cover truck yards and distribution sites along Interstate 40?
Yes. Warehouse and dock posts along the I-40 and I-27 corridors are staffed with Texas-licensed officers assigned to Post Orders that cover gate checks, trailer logs and overnight patrols. Coverage hours and post duties are set after a site review.
How is security guard coverage priced?
Rates depend on the officer classification, hours, schedule and site requirements. McCray provides a written rate schedule after reviewing the needs of each site. Holiday, overnight and short-notice coverage is billed at a premium rate.
Request a Security Assessment in Amarillo
Call 833-832-6647 or request an assessment online. See the Texas page or view all service areas.