Security Officer- Unarmed

Allied Universal • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an unarmed Security Officer to safeguard clients across industries including commercial real estate, healthcare, education, and government. The role involves carrying out safety and security procedures, following site-specific policies, responding to incidents and emergencies, and providing courteous, professional service to customers, employees, and visitors. Patrols may be conducted on foot or in a vehicle, and working environments and conditions may vary by client site. The listed pay rate is $14.68 per hour. A clean driver's license with no flags or suspensions is required for this posting.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or have 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Must have a clean driver's license with no flags or suspensions, as stated for this posting.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
• Be available for last-minute shift scheduling.
• Be able to travel the required distance for assignments.
• 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 applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• A valid driver's license is required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle.
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Sound alarms or call police or fire departments in cases of fire or unauthorized persons.
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal complies with client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post.
• Assist customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary under site Post Orders.
• Carry out safety and security procedures and site-specific policies, and perform emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly and with a problem-solving approach.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and its perimeter.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Company retirement plans.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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