Security Officer - Merakey

Allied Universal • Philadelphia, PA

22d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - 21+ Patrol Officer in Philadelphia, PA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer supporting a healthcare location. You will conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and respond to calls for assistance with calm communication. You will document observations, support staff and visitors with customer service, and report concerns promptly. Bring integrity and teamwork to a caring culture that is agile, reliable, and innovative.

Requirements

• Be 21+ years of age.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, and staff by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and post orders within a healthcare location.
• Conduct regular and random foot patrols of interior and exterior areas, including corridors, entrances, parking areas, and perimeter points, with working conditions that may vary by assignment.
• Monitor for unusual activity, hazards, and policy violations, and help to deter unauthorized access, loitering, and disruptive behavior through visible presence and proactive communication.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including calls for assistance, behavioral concerns, and emergency response activities as directed by site procedures.
• Document patrol activity and incidents in reports and/or electronic logs, communicate updates to supervisors and site contacts, and support access control by checking identification and directing visitors to appropriate areas.

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