Security Officer - Unarmed Site Patrol

Allied Universal • Santa Clara, CA

1d • $27 • Onsite

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 Officer - Unarmed Site Patrol in Santa Clara, CA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an unarmed patrol officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a high-visibility presence to help to deter security-related incidents, and support employees and visitors with strong customer service and communication. You will document observations, use basic computer or tablet tools for reporting, and respond to situations with teamwork and integrity as part of an agile, reliable, and innovative Allied Universal team.

Requirements

• Have at least 1 year of security experience.
• Have a state, county, or city issued security license preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Be able to lift up to 20 lbs 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an industrial location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including notifying site leadership and/or emergency services as directed by post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of production areas, warehouses, yards, parking areas, and perimeter fencing, monitoring for unusual activity and potential security-related concerns.
• Control access at designated entry points by verifying identification and/or credentials, managing visitor and contractor sign-in, and directing deliveries to approved docks and staging areas per site policy.
• Complete daily activity reports and incident documentation, communicate observations during shift turnover, and assist with monitoring alarms, gates, and CCTV systems as assigned.

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