Security Officer - Westlake

Allied Universal • Westlake, LA

17d • $16

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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Refinery Perimeter Patrol in Westlake, LA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a chemical and petrochemical location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and support access control and badging processes. You will communicate clearly with site personnel and visitors, respond to concerns, and document observations. You will bring an agile, reliable, and innovative mindset, deliver through teamwork, and always act with integrity in a people-first culture.

Requirements

• Applicants must have a TSA issued TWIC.
• The client requires proof of a high school diploma and/or GED.
• Applicants must be 21 years of age or older.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• A guard card and/or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, and/or visitors by following site-specific procedures and security-related protocols at a chemical and/or petrochemical location.
• Respond to alarms, releases, medical events, and/or other incidents in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying site contacts and/or emergency responders as directed.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of buildings, units, parking areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Control access at gates and/or checkpoints by verifying credentials, managing visitor and delivery entries, and maintaining required logs and/or badges per site policy.
• Complete detailed shift reports, incident reports, and/or hazard observations, and communicate notable conditions to site leadership and/or Allied Universal 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees