Security Officer Full Time Patrol Reporting

Allied Universal•Newport News, VA

9d•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 Full Time Patrol Reporting in Newport News, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support access activity with strong communication and customer service. In this role, you will be part of a caring team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity while helping create a secure and welcoming environment.

Requirements

At least 1 year 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.
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

Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
A guard card or license is preferred.
Customer service experience is preferred.
Access control or badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and site personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities when appropriate.
Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observed conditions and reporting concerns to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
Conduct regular and random patrols throughout production areas, shipping and receiving zones, parking areas, and the exterior perimeter, with attention to unusual activity and/or unauthorized access.
Monitor entry and exit activity for employees, contractors, and visitors, helping to deter unauthorized access and supporting established access control practices for the location.
Support daily operations at a manufacturing and industrial location by observing for workplace hazards, equipment issues, and/or maintenance-related concerns and communicating findings through proper reporting channels.