Security Officer - Patrol Guard

Allied Universal • Plainfield, IN

2d • 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. As a Security Officer Patrol Guard in Plainfield, IN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer in a retail location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay visible to help deter security-related incidents, and support access awareness and customer interactions. This role is ideal for someone who brings professionalism, strong communication, and a service mindset. At Allied Universal, you will be part of a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that values integrity and teamwork every day.

Requirements

• Possess at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• 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.
• 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

• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• The ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors and store personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or urgent situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting details and sharing information with management as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the retail location, including sales floors, entrances, exits, stock areas, and perimeter access points.
• Help to deter unauthorized activity, suspicious behavior, and/or policy violations by maintaining a visible presence and reporting concerns in a timely manner.
• Monitor store activity and support loss prevention awareness by observing customer and employee movement, checking restricted areas, and reporting unusual conditions or maintenance concerns.

Benefits

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