- Salary
- $18+
- Location
- Salem, VA, US
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Security
- Seniority
- Entry
- Experience
- 18+ years
- Education
- High School
- Industry
- Security
- Category
- Security
- Role type
- Individual Contributor
- Environment
- Industrial
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Overview
Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.
Job Description
As a Security Guard Patrol in Salem, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a dynamic utilities location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. In a role rooted in teamwork and integrity, you will support daily operations with a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative approach that puts people first.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $18.67 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon12:00 AM - 08:00 AMTue12:00 AM - 08:00 AMWed04:00 PM - 12:00 AMFri04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSun12:00 AM - 08:00 AMWhat You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to employees, contractors, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at a utility location.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting unusual activity according to site protocols.
- Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter access points to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
- Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials when required, and communicate with site contacts regarding deliveries, visitors, and/or access-related issues.
- Support operational continuity by observing facility conditions, reporting hazards or maintenance concerns, and assisting with incident response during changing weather or other location-specific conditions.
Minimum Requirements:
- Proof of high school diploma or GED is required.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- A guard card or license is preferred.
- Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.
Why Join Us:
- 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.
Closing
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
