Security Officer - Patrol Driver - Overnights
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Industrial Patrol Driver in Cedar Rapids, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an unarmed patrol officer at a busy manufacturing and industrial location, you will complete routine patrols, maintain a visible presence that helps to deter security-related incidents, and support access control, visitor interactions, and clear incident documentation. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license per AU Driver Policy Requirements. Join Allied Universal’s caring, agile, and reliable team, delivering through teamwork, innovation, and integrity.
Requirements
- A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy 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 personnel and visitors at an industrial manufacturing location 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, including reporting, escalation, and documentation per site instructions.
- Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of production areas, warehouses, yards, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify hazardous conditions for follow-up.
- Control access at designated entry points by verifying identification, issuing visitor instructions, and directing traffic flow in accordance with site-specific policies.
- Monitor alarms, gates, and other security-related systems and/or indicators, and initiate appropriate response actions based on post orders.
- Perform routine checks of doors, loading docks, storage areas, and restricted spaces, and report irregularities such as unsecured access points or suspicious activity.
- Complete detailed reports, logs, and incident documentation, including observations from patrols and any security-related concerns communicated to site leadership and/or Allied Universal management.
- Support emergency and evacuation procedures as directed, including assisting with accountability and coordinating with responding personnel when needed.
- Operate in varying working environments and conditions, including indoor and outdoor patrols, noise, dust, and changing weather conditions, as required by the location.
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
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
