Security Guard Services
Security Guard Services in Waco, TX
Waco’s commercial base runs from Downtown Waco and Austin Avenue to the Magnolia Market at the Silos district, which draws visitors from across the country, and the retail corridors at Central Texas Marketplace and Richland Mall. Baylor University, regional healthcare and a growing logistics presence along Interstate 35 round out the local economy.
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Retail Districts Covered in Waco
McCray covers retail centers, downtown blocks and business areas throughout Waco, including:
- Magnolia Market at the Silos
- Austin Avenue, Downtown Waco
- Richland Mall
- Central Texas Marketplace
- Elm Avenue Corridor
Security Considerations in Waco
Retail in Waco is split between enclosed and big-box centers on the west side and a compact downtown that depends heavily on visitor traffic. Stores and restaurants near the Silos see large crowds on weekends and holidays, often from first-time visitors unfamiliar with the area. Officers at these posts spend much of their time on guest assistance, line and parking management, and keeping fire lanes and entrances clear.
Baylor University shapes the city’s calendar. Home football games at McLane Stadium, commencement weekends and campus events fill hotels and restaurants along the Brazos River and Interstate 35, and traffic across the river crossings slows considerably. Event and hotel posts are scheduled around the academic and athletic calendar, and some sites benefit from Spanish-speaking officers given the local workforce and customer base.
Central Texas weather affects outdoor posts for much of the year. Summer heat requires shaded positions, water and rotation planning for officers at gates, parking lots and outdoor venues, while spring storms can bring hail and power outages. Warehouses and distribution sites along Interstate 35 between Waco and the surrounding towns often need gate and dock coverage at all hours.
Security Services in Waco
Armed and Unarmed Security Guards
Licensed security officers for daily posts in Waco, 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 Waco, trained in organized retail crime recognition, de-escalation and incident documentation.
Luxury Retail Asset Protection
Client-facing officers for boutiques and flagships in Waco 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 Waco.
Fire Watch
Fire watch patrols and logs in Waco 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 Waco.
Concierge and Lobby Security
Front desk coverage, visitor management and access control for office and residential buildings in Waco.
Warehouse and Construction Security
Gate, dock and perimeter coverage for distribution centers, warehouses and construction sites in and around Waco.
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 coverage be added for Baylor football weekends and other large events in Waco?
Yes. Event coverage can be scheduled for game days, graduations and other peak weekends in addition to a site’s regular schedule. Staffing levels and post assignments are set after reviewing the venue, expected attendance and the event timeline.
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 Waco
Call 833-832-6647 or request an assessment online. See the Texas page or view all service areas.