Security Guard - Overnight Patrol Driver

Allied Universal • Oakdale, NY

1d • $23

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 - Overnight Patrol Driver in Oakdale, NY , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As an unarmed patrol officer in an education location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and remain visible to help reduce security-related incidents. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license. You will support access control, communicate clearly with staff and visitors, and deliver a helpful presence aligned with Allied Universal values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 or more years of security-related experience is required.
• Be 21 or more years of age.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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

• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, staff, and visitors by following site-specific, security-related procedures, policies, and post orders, including emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate updates to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision as needed.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of buildings, classrooms, offices, common areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and/or policy violations.
• Monitor access points and visitor flow during arrival, dismissal, and special events, and assist with checking identification, issuing visitor credentials, and directing foot traffic per site policy.
• Complete routine reports and logs, document incidents and observations, and report maintenance concerns such as damaged doors, lighting, and/or alarms through the appropriate channels.

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.

What This Job Offers

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