Security Professional - Driving Patrol Armed - Retail
Allied UniversalAbout 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 Professional - Driving Patrol Armed - Retail in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As a Patrol Armed Officer at a prominent retail location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, helping to deter security-related incidents while maintaining a visible presence. This is both an armed and driving position. You will provide exceptional customer service and communication, and play a key role in supporting a secure environment. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, and a people-first culture drive our commitment to those we serve.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon03:00 PM - 11:30 PMFri03:00 PM - 11:30 PMSat03:00 PM - 11:30 PMSun03:00 PM - 11:30 PMWhy 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 clients and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, while responding appropriately to emergency situations.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, utilizing appropriate de-escalation techniques.
- Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the retail location and its perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify potential security-related concerns.
- Monitor entrances, exits, and high-traffic areas to observe for suspicious behavior and address any security-related issues as they arise.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, visitors, and Allied Universal management regarding security-related matters at the location.
- Maintain detailed and accurate reports of daily activities, incidents, and any unusual occurrences observed during patrols.
- Follow all site-specific procedures regarding the carrying and use of authorized firearms in accordance with Allied Universal training and company policies.
Minimum Requirements:
- Applicants must have 5 or more years of security-related experience.
- An armed guard card or license is required.
- A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
- Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
- Level III armed certification is required for positions in Texas.
- Applicants must have at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience or possess a college degree.
- Be at least 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.
- Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
- 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.
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.
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