Security Officer

Allied Universal • Goleta, CA

14d • $23

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Driver Patrol in Goleta, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a chemical and petrochemical location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and support access control while documenting activity using site technology. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license under AU Driver Policy requirements. At Allied Universal, you will bring agile, reliable, and innovative service, delivering through teamwork and acting with integrity in every interaction.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• A guard card/license is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control/badge experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at an industrial chemical and petrochemical location.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of production areas, tank farms, parking areas, and perimeter lines to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Control access by verifying identification and/or visitor authorization, directing deliveries to designated check-in points, and documenting entries and exits per site requirements.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating notifications to site contacts and public responders as directed.
• Complete detailed shift documentation including patrol logs, incident reports, and observations of hazards, equipment issues, and/or policy violations, escalating concerns through the chain of command.

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