Security Guard - Overnight

Allied Universal • Goleta, CA

1d • $23

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.
As a Security Officer: Patrol Driving Role in Goleta, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Chemical/Petrochemical, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a chemical and petrochemical location, you will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, perform security-related checks, respond to alarms and/or incidents, and assist employees and visitors with professional customer service. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license per AU Driver Policy Requirements. Join a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and grounded in integrity and teamwork.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy 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

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• A guard card and/or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a chemical or petrochemical location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including escalating concerns and coordinating with site contacts and/or public responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of buildings, process areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points and control entry and exit of employees, contractors, and deliveries per post orders, including verifying identification and/or required authorization.
• Complete detailed patrol logs, incident reports, and shift documentation, and communicate observed hazards, maintenance issues, and/or policy concerns to site leadership.

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees