Security Officer Patrol Security Guard
Company
Allied Universal
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Allied Universal
Job Description
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 Security Guard in Philadelphia, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a financial institution location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help deter security-related incidents. You will support a professional atmosphere through strong communication and customer service while working with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity in every interaction.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon08:30 AM - 05:30 PMTue08:30 AM - 05:30 PMWed08:30 AM - 05:30 PMThur08:30 AM - 05:30 PMFri08:30 AM - 05:30 PMSat08:30 AM - 02:00 PM
What You'll Do:
• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to a financial services location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting concerns to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the banking location, including lobbies, offices, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter areas, as assigned.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity to help support authorized entry, protect confidential areas, and/or report unusual behavior or policy violations.
• Support daily operations by maintaining a visible presence, answering questions, assisting with directions, and completing required logs, reports, and other post-related documentation.
Minimum 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.
Why Join Us:
• 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.
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
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If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
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As a Security Officer Patrol Security Guard in Philadelphia, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a financial institution location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help deter security-related incidents. You will support a professional atmosphere through strong communication and customer service while working with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity in every interaction.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon08:30 AM - 05:30 PMTue08:30 AM - 05:30 PMWed08:30 AM - 05:30 PMThur08:30 AM - 05:30 PMFri08:30 AM - 05:30 PMSat08:30 AM - 02:00 PM
What You'll Do:
• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to a financial services location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting concerns to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the banking location, including lobbies, offices, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter areas, as assigned.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity to help support authorized entry, protect confidential areas, and/or report unusual behavior or policy violations.
• Support daily operations by maintaining a visible presence, answering questions, assisting with directions, and completing required logs, reports, and other post-related documentation.
Minimum 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.
Why Join Us:
• 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.
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
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If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
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