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Security Officer Patrol Driver Retail Parking Lot

Allied Universal
Santa Ana, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Apr 2026
💰 $36,000/yr

About the role

Overview

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 Patrol Driver Retail Parking Lot  in Santa Ana, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, 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 Unarmed Officer in a retail location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, including a driving post, helping to deter security-related incidents through a visible presence and strong customer service. You will complete routine patrols, support guests and staff with clear communication, and represent Allied Universal’s caring culture, teamwork, reliability, and integrity every day.

Position Type: Part Time / Day shift 

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSat08:00 AM - 04:00 PMSun08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to visitors and staff by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-related policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a retail location.
  • Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observed activity and sharing details with site contacts as needed.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the store, common areas, parking areas, and perimeter to help identify unusual activity and support security-related operations.
  • Monitor entrances, exits, and high-traffic areas to help to deter unauthorized activity, support loss prevention efforts, and report policy violations and/or suspicious behavior.
  • Assist with de-escalation, crowd management, and direction-giving for customers and employees during busy periods, special events, store openings and closings, and/or emergency situations.

Minimum Requirements:

  • A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
  • A guard card/license is preferred.
  • Customer service experience 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.

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 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.

Closing

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.

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1574923

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