Security Guard - Unarmed Perimeter Patrol
Company
Allied Universal
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
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Job Description
About the position
As a Security Guard - Unarmed Perimeter Patrol in Sunnyvale, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a busy retail location, you will conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible to help to deter incidents, support access control and badge checks, and assist with loss prevention awareness. You will also provide customer service, clear communication, and incident documentation while responding to concerns with professionalism. At Allied Universal, you will work with a caring, people-first team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, and always acts with integrity.
Responsibilities
• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot patrols throughout the retail location, including sales floors, common areas, receiving areas, and perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and high-traffic areas; observe customer and employee activity and report suspicious behavior according to post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including addressing disturbances, assisting with lost children and/or property, and coordinating with on-site management and local authorities as needed.
• Complete required reports and logs, document incidents, and communicate pertinent information to Allied Universal supervision and site leadership.
Requirements
• Have at least 1+ years of security-related experience.
• 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.
• X-Ray screening experience is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
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.
As a Security Guard - Unarmed Perimeter Patrol in Sunnyvale, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a busy retail location, you will conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible to help to deter incidents, support access control and badge checks, and assist with loss prevention awareness. You will also provide customer service, clear communication, and incident documentation while responding to concerns with professionalism. At Allied Universal, you will work with a caring, people-first team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, and always acts with integrity.
Responsibilities
• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot patrols throughout the retail location, including sales floors, common areas, receiving areas, and perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and high-traffic areas; observe customer and employee activity and report suspicious behavior according to post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including addressing disturbances, assisting with lost children and/or property, and coordinating with on-site management and local authorities as needed.
• Complete required reports and logs, document incidents, and communicate pertinent information to Allied Universal supervision and site leadership.
Requirements
• Have at least 1+ years of security-related experience.
• 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.
• X-Ray screening experience is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
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.
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