Security Officer - Part-Time
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 - Part-Time Area Patrol in Disputanta, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a logistics and distribution location, you will monitor and patrol docks, yards, and access points, conduct routine rounds, and document security-related activity. You will remain highly visible to help discourage incidents, support visitor and driver check-ins, and communicate clearly with site teams. Bring a people-first mindset as you act with integrity, adapt quickly, and deliver through teamwork.
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 client personnel and visitors by following site-specific security-related procedures, post orders, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout the distribution facility, trailer yards, loading docks, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
- Monitor access points and control entry and/or exit of employees, drivers, and visitors by verifying credentials, issuing temporary passes when directed, and maintaining visitor and vehicle logs.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications, coordinating with site contacts and/or public responders, and documenting actions taken.
- Complete daily activity reports and incident reports, operate radios and/or other communications equipment, and promptly report hazards, damaged doors or fencing, and other facility concerns to 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
