Security Guard - Property Patrol

Allied Universal • Canton, MS

1d • $17

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 Officer - Property Patrol in Canton, MS , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a 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 Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a fast-paced tech and media location, you will conduct routine patrols and remain highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will support access control and badge checks, respond to concerns with professionalism, and document activity using a computer and/or tablet. Bring strong communication and customer service skills as you work with teammates in a caring culture built on agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity.

Requirements

• 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.
• Ability to lift more than 20 lbs is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a technology campus or office location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to site leadership, Allied Universal management, and/or public responders as required.
• Conduct regular and random foot patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, loading and receiving areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Control access by monitoring entry points, verifying credentials and/or visitor authorization, directing guests and contractors, and maintaining required visitor and access logs.
• Complete detailed reports of daily activity, incidents, and/or hazards; perform routine checks of doors, gates, and equipment; and communicate updates via radio, phone, and/or written logs.

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