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Security Officer Unarmed Retail

Allied Universal
Fort Lauderdale, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Jun 2026
💰 $30,000/yr

About the role


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 Unarmed Retail in Fort Lauderdale, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, where you will conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and support daily operations through strong communication and customer service. In this role, you will be part of a caring team that values reliability, agility, innovation, and integrity while helping create a welcoming environment for staff and visitors.

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Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $15.24 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon03:00 PM - 11:00 PMWed03:00 PM - 11:00 PMThur03:00 PM - 11:00 PMFri03:00 PM - 11:00 PMSun03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to visitors, drivers, and/or employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
  • Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting relevant details and communicating with site contacts and/or public emergency services when needed.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols throughout loading areas, parking areas, entrances, exits, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
  • Monitor access to the location by observing incoming and outgoing foot and vehicle traffic, verifying credentials when required, and reporting security-related concerns according to site procedures.
  • Support loss prevention and operational continuity efforts by reporting damaged doors, gates, trailers, lighting, and/or other conditions that could affect daily distribution activities.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Possess at least 2 years of security-related experience.
  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • Customer service experience is preferred.
  • Guard card is required.
  • 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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