Security Officer - Foot Patrol
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 - Foot Patrol in Cairo, GA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a fast-paced food and beverage location, you will conduct routine patrols of assigned areas, maintain a visible presence that helps to discourage security-related incidents, and support operations through clear communication and professional customer service. You will document observations, respond to security-related concerns, and collaborate with site teams. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and integrity to a caring, people-first culture built on teamwork and innovation.
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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to site personnel and visitors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities as directed.
- Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of warehouses, loading docks, parking areas, and perimeter points; monitor for suspicious activity and conditions that may help to deter unauthorized access.
- Control access at entrances, gates, and delivery areas by verifying identification, assisting with driver check-in and/or check-out, and maintaining visitor, truck, and contractor logs per site requirements.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; communicate updates to site contacts, Allied Universal supervision, and/or public responders when needed.
- Complete detailed reports and documentation of patrols, incidents, and policy violations; support loss prevention efforts by observing shipping and receiving activity and reporting irregularities.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
