Security Officer Part Time Patrol Facility

Allied Universal • Cumberland, MD

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for an assigned chemical and petrochemical facility in Cumberland, Maryland. The position provides a fixed weekly shift and consistent hours, with the option to claim additional shifts at this or other sites through the company’s scheduling platform. The assigned shift requires a six-month commitment. Hours may vary week to week when additional shifts are picked up, with the opportunity to build up to 40 hours per week and scale back as needed. The pay rate is $17.25 per hour.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 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 federal, state, and local 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.
• Have a valid driver’s license if the position involves driving.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at a chemical and petrochemical location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly, following established site protocols and reporting requirements.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of buildings, access points, parking areas, operational areas, and the perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access control points, verify visitor and contractor credentials, and maintain accurate security-related logs and reports.
• Report unusual conditions, equipment concerns, and security-related incidents to site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision.

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 other locations 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