Security Guard Flex Patrol Driver

Allied Universal • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Guard Flex Patrol Driver in Houston, Texas. The Security Professional Branch Flex Officer serves and safeguards clients across industries, gaining experience at a variety of sites and supporting client needs. The role offers 30–40 hours per week, with a schedule that varies from week to week based on manager-assigned shifts and shifts claimed through the Earn More, Claim-A-Shift self-scheduling program. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments change regularly, and irregular shifts may be assigned with little to no advance notice. The hourly pay rate is $14.50.

The position involves security patrols on foot or in a vehicle, monitoring for security concerns and safety hazards, responding to incidents, controlling access, and providing professional assistance to customers, employees, and visitors. Applicants must meet the stated experience, availability, transportation, driver’s license, age, and education requirements. Employment is conditional on applicable background and drug screening requirements.

Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Availability to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
• Reliable transportation.
• A valid driver’s license in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements; required for driving positions.
• Availability for last-minute shift scheduling.
• Ability to travel required distances.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 years of age or older for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing may be required before employment, subject to state and local laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages, such as Spanish, Portuguese, French, or Arabic.
• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle.
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Sound alarms or call the police or fire department in the event of a fire or unauthorized persons.
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized removal complies with client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post.
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling with access to a variety of open shifts.
• Career growth opportunities, including a path to full-time roles and advancement through paid training programs.
• Access to technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• Forty hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through the employee perks program.

What This Job Offers

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