Security Officer - Part Time - Distribution Center

Allied Universal • Reno, NV

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for an assigned site in Reno, Nevada. The position provides a fixed weekly schedule of Saturday and Sunday, 4:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., with a six-month commitment to those anchor shifts. Officers may claim additional shifts through the company’s scheduling platform and can work up to 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back. The pay rate is $18.95 per hour.

The role provides customer service while carrying out security procedures and site-specific policies. Officers patrol the location, monitor access and activity, respond to incidents and concerns, and document and communicate security-related information. Applicants must be at least 18 for unarmed roles (or 21 or older for armed roles) and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is conditional on applicable background and drug screening. Licensing may be required under state or local rules.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles or 21 years old or older for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet any applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, customers, and visitors while carrying out security procedures and site-specific policies, and participate in emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond calmly to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations, escalating issues according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the location, including sales areas, entrances, parking areas, and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and observe activity to help deter unauthorized access, theft, and other policy violations.
• Accurately document incidents, observations, and security activities, and communicate relevant information to site management and/or Allied Universal leadership.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
• 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.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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