Security Guard

Allied Universal • Hattiesburg, MS

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About The Position

As a Security Guard at Allied Universal, you will serve and safeguard clients in industries including commercial real estate, healthcare, education, and government. You will work in environments and conditions that may vary by client site. The role involves providing customer service while carrying out safety and security procedures, following site-specific policies, responding to emergencies and incidents, and conducting patrols.

Applicants must meet the age and education or experience requirements. Employment is contingent on a background investigation and, where permitted by law, a drug screen. Licensing requirements depend on state and local laws and may need to be met before employment. A valid driver’s license is required only for positions involving driving.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles or at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Have a valid driver’s license for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out safety and security procedures and site-specific policies, and participate 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