Security Officer Full Time Alarm Readiness

Allied Universal • Atlanta, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer with Allied Universal in Atlanta, Georgia, you will serve and safeguard clients across a range of industries. You will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, respond to alarms, support access control and badge processes, document activities using computer or tablet systems, and provide customer service. The position is full-time and pays $21.00 per hour. The listed schedule is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:45 AM to 7:00 PM.

Applicants must have at least one year of security-related experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants must be at least 18 for unarmed roles or 21 for armed roles. Employment is contingent on a background investigation and, where permitted by law, a drug screen. State or local licensing may be required before employment. A valid driver’s license is required only for driving positions.

Allied Universal offers access to additional shifts through its technology, paid training and career growth opportunities, a retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance, plus discounts through its Perks Program.

Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• 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.
• State or local licensing may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with alarm panels.
• Experience with access control and badge systems.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, and participating in 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 location and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and report unusual activity, hazards, and maintenance concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond to alarms, support access control and badge processes, and document activities using computer or tablet systems.
• Maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents.

Benefits

• Access to a retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Discounts on brands and services through the Perks Program.
• Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Technology to view and claim additional shifts.

What This Job Offers

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