Security Officer Patrol Specialist

Allied Universal • DeFuniak Springs, FL

22h • 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 Specialist in Defuniak Springs, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and help to deter security-related incidents through a visible presence and strong communication. In this role, you will support access awareness, assist visitors and staff, and deliver service with the agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity that define our caring culture.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 or more years of security-related experience is required.
• 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.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• A guard card and/or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and drivers by carrying out site-specific procedures, access protocols, and emergency response activities appropriate to the location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and unusual activity in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting security-related concerns to site contacts and/or Allied Universal management.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout loading areas, trailer yards, parking areas, docks, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify conditions that may require attention.
• Monitor the movement of people, vehicles, and deliveries entering and leaving the location, following post orders and verifying credentials, manifests, and/or visitor information as directed.
• Support daily operations at a busy logistics and distribution location by maintaining a visible presence, providing directions, and communicating clearly with staff, visitors, and first responders when 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.
• 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