Security Officer - Bike Patrol

Allied Universal•South Charleston, WV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an unarmed Security Officer for a manufacturing and industrial location in South Charleston, West Virginia. The officer patrols assigned areas by bicycle, helps deter security-related incidents, monitors property access, responds to alarms and incidents, documents activity using computer or tablet systems, and provides customer service to clients, visitors, vendors, and employees. The position is part-time, with scheduled daytime shifts on Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The site has limited on-site facilities, including portable toilets and rustic guard shacks. Applicants must be able to ride a bicycle for extended periods. Allied Universal describes its workplace as dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative, and highlights agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity. The company offers access to a platform for viewing and claiming additional shifts, paid training, career growth opportunities, a retirement savings plan, and discounts through its Perks Program.

Requirements

Be able to ride a bicycle, including for extended periods.
Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Submit to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Meet state and/or local licensing requirements, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

Experience riding a bicycle for long periods.
Alarm panel experience.
Comfort using a computer or tablet.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to clients, visitors, vendors, and employees by following site-specific security procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
Conduct regular and random unarmed bicycle patrols of buildings, parking areas, loading zones, access points, and perimeter areas to identify unusual conditions and help deter unauthorized activity.
Monitor property access by verifying credentials, documenting visitor and contractor entry, and communicating access requirements.
Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations; document observations and notify appropriate site contacts or emergency services as directed.
Complete daily activity reports, incident reports, and shift logs, and communicate relevant security information to Allied Universal leadership and site personnel.