Security Officer Technology Company Part Time

Allied Universal • Commerce, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time, unarmed Security Professional Flex Officer in Santa Fe Springs, California. The officer will safeguard clients across industries such as healthcare, education, and finance. Using the company’s shift-pickup platform, officers can view and claim open shifts based on availability and gain experience at different sites. The role may require working irregular shifts with little to no advance notice. The listed pay rate is $19.00 per hour.

The officer performs patrols, monitors for security and safety concerns, controls access, responds to alarms and emergencies, documents incidents, and assists customers, employees, and visitors professionally. Employment is conditional on a background investigation and, to the extent permitted by law, a drug screen. Licensing requirements may apply under state or local regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• No prior experience required.
• Meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required before employment under state or local laws and regulations.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• At least 18 years of age, or older if required by the state (21 if armed).
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments.
• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write informatively, clearly, and accurately.
• Active listening and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively and identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Ability to mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Teamwork and attention to detail.
• Pass a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
• Pass a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages, such as Spanish, Portuguese, French, or Arabic.
• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience.

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 case 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 help prevent theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal follows client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities, and maintain written logs as required by the post.
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders.

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.
• Career growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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