Mobile Patrol Unarmed Security Guard Mid-shift

ACT Security Group•Austin, TX

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About The Position

ACT Security Group is hiring a Mobile Patrol Unarmed Security Guard to patrol assigned buildings, parking lots, and other properties in the Austin area. The role includes driving between locations, inspecting the vehicle before and after use, monitoring entrances and exits, verifying visitor authorization, observing and reporting suspicious activity, enforcing site rules and access-control procedures, and responding to disturbances or emergencies according to training and company policy. The guard will prepare daily activity logs and incident reports, assist visitors, employees, and customers professionally, and communicate security concerns to supervisors and emergency responders when necessary. Duties also include handling on-call issues and using de-escalation skills. The schedule is Friday through Tuesday, 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Pay is $19–$20 per hour. Candidates must be over 21, have a valid driver's license, and have no tickets or moving violations on their driving record in the last three years. Applicants must meet applicable Texas eligibility and licensing requirements, including Level II training and registration requirements for noncommissioned security officers, and successfully complete the employer's applicable background screening. Armed credentials are mentioned as requirements for armed positions, but this position is unarmed. ACT Security Group was founded by veteran security professionals and describes its service values as Accountability, Commitment, and Trust. The company has more than 350 employees and offices in Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas.

Requirements

Must be over 21 years old.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Must have no tickets or moving violations on the driving record in the last three years.
Must meet applicable Texas eligibility and licensing requirements for the position.
Level II training and registration requirements apply to noncommissioned security officers.
Must have strong communication and customer-service skills.
Must be able to follow instructions and complete written reports.
Must have reliable attendance and professional conduct.
Must successfully complete the employer's applicable background screening.
Must be able to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods.
Must be able to remain alert throughout the assigned shift.

Nice To Haves

Previous security experience is preferred but is not required for all assignments.

Responsibilities

Inspect the vehicle before and after use.
Write reports and maintain accurate daily activity logs.
Use de-escalation skills and respond to on-call issues.
Drive throughout the Austin area.
Patrol assigned buildings, parking lots, and property.
Monitor entrances and exits and verify visitor authorization.
Observe and report suspicious activity.
Enforce site rules and access-control procedures.
Respond to disturbances and emergencies according to training and company policy.
Assist visitors, employees, and customers professionally.
Communicate security concerns to supervisors and emergency responders when necessary.

Benefits

Tenure compensation of up to 80 hours per year.
Health and wellness plans.
Corporate Gold's Gym membership.
Daily Pay earned wage access with no waiting period.
Direct deposit.
Chime + ACT Security Group partnership offering free online banking, early pay of up to two days, Spot-Me overdraft protection of up to $200, credit offerings, and financial wellness offerings.
Holiday pay.
Comprehensive ongoing job training.
Professional uniforms.
Guard licensing application and training assistance.
Company-paid guard license renewal fees after one year of employment.
Additional benefits may be offered for specific assignments, subject to eligibility requirements.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.