Security Officer - Unarmed Perimeter Driver
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Unarmed Perimeter Driver in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a chemical and petrochemical location, you will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, remain highly visible to help discourage incidents, and support access control and visitor screening. You will document security-related activity, communicate clearly with site teams, and deliver professional customer service. This is a driving post requiring a valid drivers license, backed by Allied Universal values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.
Requirements
- A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
- A TSA issued TWIC is required.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- 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 post orders, access control procedures, and site-specific policies, and when appropriate, participating in emergency response activities.
- Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, completing notifications and required reports.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of buildings, process areas, tank farms, loading and/or unloading zones, and the perimeter, watching for unusual conditions and potential security-related concerns.
- Support entry and exit operations by monitoring gates, checking identification and/or credentials, verifying deliveries and contractors as directed, and documenting truck traffic and visitor activity.
- Complete routine documentation such as patrol logs, incident reports, and shift briefings, and communicate observations to site contacts and Allied Universal supervision.
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.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
