Security Guard - Flex Armed Patrol

Allied Universal • Los Angeles, CA

1d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.
Job Description
As a Security Guard - Flex Armed Patrol in San Pedro, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a financial institution, you will conduct routine rounds, stay highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to situations with professionalism and calm communication. You will document observations, support access control, and assist staff and visitors with customer service. At Allied Universal, you will be part of an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1+ years of security-related experience is required.
• An armed guard card/license is required.
• The client requires proof of high school diploma/GED.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients at a financial institution location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Perform armed patrol duties, maintaining readiness and following all applicable licensing requirements, post orders, and use of force guidelines.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including alarms, disturbances, suspicious activity, and access control concerns.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility, lobbies, parking areas, ATM areas, and building perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify hazards.
• Complete patrol logs, incident reports, and other required documentation, and communicate status updates to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED