Security Officer Alarm Systems Operator

Allied Universal • Houston, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Alarm Systems Operator in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. Our Security Officers support a welcoming, professional environment at a commercial real estate location by monitoring assigned areas, conducting routine patrols, helping to deter incidents, and responding to security-related concerns. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly with visitors and tenants, and use technology to support access control and alarm response. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Requirements

• 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.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Comfortably using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, communicating observations to appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of commercial property common areas, entrances, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity in accordance with site-specific procedures, documenting relevant observations and incidents.
• Complete required reports, maintain accurate activity logs, and communicate with Allied Universal leadership and property representatives as needed.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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