Security Officer Entry Level

Allied Universal • Richmond, VA

4d • $20 - $20

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Unarmed Patrol Duties in Richmond, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As a Patrol Officer at a utilities location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, completing routine rounds and staying highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will document observations, use site technology to communicate updates, and assist employees and visitors with professional customer service. At Allied Universal, you will work as part of an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• Provide proof of a high school diploma and/or GED as required by the client.
• Be 21+ years of age.
• Be comfortable using a computer and/or tablet, preferred.
• Have a guard card and/or license, preferred.
• Have CPR certification, 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.

Nice To Haves

• Be comfortable using a computer and/or tablet, preferred.
• Have a guard card and/or license, preferred.
• Have CPR certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a utilities location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating to site management and/or public responders as required by post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of facilities, yards, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized access, identify unusual conditions, and report maintenance or operational concerns.
• Control access through gates and/or designated entry points by verifying identification, logging visitors and vehicles, and directing authorized traffic according to site procedures.
• Complete detailed reports and logs, communicate observations to supervisors and site contacts, and support investigations by documenting security-related incidents and preserving relevant information.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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