Security Officer Enhanced Patrol Deterrence

Allied Universal • Portland, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Enhanced Patrol Deterrence in Portland, Texas, for an assigned chemical/petrochemical site. The position provides a fixed weekly anchor shift with a six-month commitment and the option to claim additional shifts through the company's scheduling platform. Additional shifts can offer flexibility to increase hours, potentially up to 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back. The posted pay rate is $15.60 per hour. The listed schedule is Friday, 4:00 AM–12:00 PM.

The officer provides customer service and supports site security through access control, patrols, incident response, documentation, and communication with site personnel and Allied Universal leadership. The work involves regular and random unarmed patrols of buildings, grounds, perimeter and parking areas, and restricted zones.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet licensing requirements that apply under state and/or local laws and regulations; licensing may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• A guard card or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and vendors by following site-specific procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities at a chemical/petrochemical location.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, perimeter areas, parking areas, and restricted zones to identify unusual conditions and deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, maintain entry records, and report access-control concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, spills, evacuations, and other critical situations; notify appropriate site personnel and emergency responders as directed.
• Accurately document patrol activities, incidents, observations, and shift information, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through the employee perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED