Security Officer - Foot Patrol

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.

As a Security Officer - Unarmed Exterior Rounds in Pasadena, CA
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a fast-paced tech location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and stay highly visible to deter security-related incidents. You will respond to alarms and report concerns clearly, while delivering a welcoming customer service presence for employees and visitors.

At Allied Universal, you will work with a caring team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors at a technology-focused location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout office areas, building access points, parking areas, and the perimeter, documenting observations per post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation and coordinating notifications to site contacts and/or emergency services as directed.
• Monitor security-related systems and activity, including cameras, alarms, and access control, and report irregular conditions and/or unauthorized activity according to site procedures.
• Complete required reports such as daily activity logs and incident reports, and communicate with Allied Universal leadership and site personnel to support ongoing security-related operations.

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED.
• A guard card/license is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Customer service 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.

• 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:
  
  Retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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 any other basis protected by law.

Note: If you have difficulty using the online system or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit our website.