Security Guard - Mobile Patrol
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. As a Security Guard - Mobile Patrol in La Quinta, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Residential, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a residential community, you will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to alarms, access control activity, and resident questions with professional customer service. You will document observations using a computer and/or tablet while partnering with teammates and property staff. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity to every interaction in an agile, reliable, innovative, people-first culture.
Requirements
- MUST HAVE VALID AND CURRENT CA. GUARD CARD & TRAINING CERTIFICATES!
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
- 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.
- Guard Card/License is preferred.
- Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet is preferred.
- Alarm Panel Experience is preferred.
- Access Control/Badge Experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to residents, guests, and vendors by following site-specific procedures, access rules, and security-related policies, and/or supporting emergency response activities when appropriate.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of residential streets, amenities, parking areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify hazards or maintenance issues for reporting.
- Monitor for and respond to incidents, alarms, disputes, and suspicious activity in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and actions taken.
- Control vehicle and pedestrian access as assigned by checking credentials, issuing visitor information, directing traffic flow, and/or coordinating with property management.
- Complete detailed patrol and incident reports, communicate updates to Allied Universal supervision and site contacts, and assist responding public services as needed.
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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
