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Security Guard Residential - Manhattan

Allied Universal•New York, NY
•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal Services is hiring a Security Guard for a residential facility in Manhattan, New York. This is a full-time position with evening and overnight shifts. Candidates should be flexible to work Monday through Sunday. The hourly pay rate is $17.87–$18.87. The role involves interacting daily with the general public, clients, and staff, and requires strong customer service skills. Security Guards help safeguard clients by following safety and security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate. Work environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 years of age for armed roles.
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or have five years of verifiable experience.
  • Submit to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
  • Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
  • Meet any licensing requirements imposed by applicable state or local laws and regulations; licensing may be required before employment.
  • A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.
  • Exhibit strong customer service skills and interact with the general public, clients, and staff.

Responsibilities

  • Provide customer service to clients by carrying out safety and security 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 business and perimeter.

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.

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