Security Guard - Roving Patrol

Allied Universal • Bessemer, AL

12h • $18

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 - Armed Roving Patrol in Bessemer, AL , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a logistics and distribution location, you will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, remain highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and support smooth operations for employees and visitors. You will respond to calls for service, document observations, communicate clearly with site contacts, and deliver customer-focused assistance while living our values of being agile, reliable, innovative, and acting with integrity through teamwork. Position Type: Full Time Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour Job Schedule: Day Time Mon 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM Tue 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM Fri 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM Sat 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM Sun 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM Why Join Us: 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.

Requirements

• Have at least 1 year of armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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

• A guard card and/or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to site personnel and visitors by following Allied Universal procedures, post orders, and site-specific policies, including emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of the distribution location, including warehouses, loading docks, parking areas, and perimeter fencing to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points and control entry for employees, contractors, and drivers by checking identification and/or visitor logs, and directing traffic flow at gates and dock areas as needed.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site leadership and public responders when required.
• Complete security-related reports such as incident documentation, shift activity logs, and patrol observations, and communicate key information during shift turnovers.

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