Security Officer - Alarm Response Patrol Driver

Allied Universal • New Providence, NJ

1d • $21

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 - Alarm Response Patrol Driver in New Providence, NJ , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a chemical and petrochemical location, you will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, maintain a visible presence, and help identify and report security-related concerns. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license. You will support access and perimeter checks, communicate clearly with site contacts, and contribute to a culture that is agile, reliable, and innovative, delivering through teamwork and integrity.

Requirements

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• 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

• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to Allied Universal clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a chemical and/or petrochemical location.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrols of production areas, tank farms, warehouses, offices, and perimeter fencing to help to deter unwanted activity and identify hazards and/or suspicious conditions.
• Control access by verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials, maintaining entry and exit logs, and directing employees, contractors, and deliveries to appropriate locations per site-specific requirements.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and other site systems when assigned; report irregularities, equipment concerns, and observed process area issues to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting with evacuations, establishing observation points, documenting events, and completing accurate reports.

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