Security Guard - Full Time Morning

Allied Universal • Christiansburg, VA

1d • $15

About The Position

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 - Mobile Patrol in Christiansburg, VA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer at a retail and mall location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will greet shoppers and staff, respond to concerns, document observations, and communicate clearly with site contacts. At Allied Universal, you will bring an agile, reliable, and innovative mindset, supported by a caring culture that puts people first and delivers through teamwork with integrity.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Having a guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Having customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and guests in a retail location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot patrols of sales floors, stock areas, entrances, and parking areas to help to deter unwanted activity and identify maintenance and lighting concerns.
• Monitor access points and observe customer and employee activity for unusual behavior, potential theft indicators, and policy violations, escalating concerns per post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disputes, medical situations, and alarms, while coordinating with store leadership and/or local first responders as needed.
• Complete detailed reports and logs of patrols, incidents, and customer service contacts, and communicate key updates to Allied Universal supervision and site management.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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