Security Officer - Overnights - Patrol Driver

Allied Universal•Cedar Rapids, IA

5d•$26•Onsite

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 - Patrol Driver in Cedar Rapids, IA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal at a busy manufacturing and industrial location as an unarmed, driving Patrol Officer. You will conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to reports with clear communication and strong customer service. This post requires a valid driver’s license and meeting AU Driver Policy Requirements. You will thrive in a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture grounded in 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.
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.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of production areas, warehouses, loading docks, parking areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unwanted activity and/or policy violations.
Control access at entrances and gates by verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials, and directing employees, contractors, and deliveries according to site procedures.
Monitor alarms, cameras, and other security-related systems when assigned, and report irregular conditions for follow-up.
Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, fire-related alerts, equipment incidents, and disturbances, and request additional assistance as needed.
Complete detailed reports on daily activities, incidents, and observations, including documenting maintenance hazards and/or unsecured doors, gates, and restricted areas.
Perform routine checks of doors, gates, critical rooms, and restricted zones, and report deficiencies such as damaged fencing, lighting outages, and/or inoperable locks.
Support truck and delivery operations by observing trailer movements, verifying dock appointments when required, and reporting suspicious behavior near shipping and receiving areas.
Provide clear directions and service to visitors and employees, helping to resolve minor issues and/or escalations while maintaining professional communication.
Work in varying indoor and outdoor conditions, including walking and standing for extended periods, and follow post orders and client instructions as directed.

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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