Security Guard Residential - Manhattan

Allied Universal • New York, NY

21d • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal Services is hiring a Security Guard for a residential facility in Manhattan, New York. This is a full-time position with evening and overnight shifts. Candidates should be flexible to work Monday through Sunday. The hourly pay rate is $17.87–$18.87. The role involves interacting daily with the general public, clients, and staff, and requires strong customer service skills. Security Guards help safeguard clients by following safety and security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate. Work environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or have five years of verifiable experience.
• Submit to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet any licensing requirements imposed by applicable state or local laws and regulations; licensing may be required before employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.
• Exhibit strong customer service skills and interact with the general public, clients, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out safety and security procedures and site-specific policies, and participating in emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly and with a problem-solving approach.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Company retirement plans.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.

What This Job Offers

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