Security Officer - Commercial Plaza Patrol Driver

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 - Commercial Plaza Patrol Driver in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a commercial real estate location, you will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and support access control while delivering standout customer service. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver's license. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, puts people first, and delivers through teamwork with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.51 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, contractors, and/or vendors by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a commercial property.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical situations, alarms, disturbances, and/or suspicious activity.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout the property, including parking areas, common areas, stairwells, and perimeter points, to help to deter unwanted activity and identify hazards or maintenance concerns.
• Monitor and operate security-related systems and equipment as assigned, such as CCTV, intrusion alarms, fire panels, and/or access control systems, and report irregular conditions per site procedures.
• Control access at designated entrances, loading areas, and/or garage gates by verifying credentials, following visitor management procedures, and maintaining orderly entry and exit flow.
• Document daily activities, patrol results, incidents, and/or policy violations in written and/or electronic reports, and communicate updates to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.
• Provide direction and assistance during property events, deliveries, and/or tenant move-ins and move-outs, including coordinating with property management and responding to requests for service.
• Perform building checks such as verifying doors are secured, lights are functioning, and restricted areas are not accessed, escalating issues to the appropriate point of contact.
• Interact with local law enforcement and/or emergency responders when needed, preserving scene details, relaying observations, and following site-specific reporting requirements.
• Follow all Allied Universal and site-specific policies, including professionalism standards, radio protocol, and post orders, while maintaining a customer-focused presence during all assigned shifts.

Minimum Requirements:

• - Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• - Be at least 21 years of age.
• - A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• - Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• - Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is 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.
• 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.

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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