Full-Time Security Officer: Patrol, Service & Growth

Allied Universal; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Benefits and Perks

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Job summary

Allied Universal in Columbus, OH is hiring a Security Officer for full-time patrol observation. You will protect client sites, monitor access, and respond to incidents while delivering friendly customer service.

The role involves day-time shifts, weather and safety awareness, and adherence to site procedures. Qualifications include being 18+, high school diploma, background check, and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background investigation will be conducted per federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply depending on state and local rules.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, drivers, visitors, and employees by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control protocols, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor access points, vehicle gates, and delivery traffic; verify authorized entry and report unauthorized access or unusual activity in accordance with site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of loading areas, parking lots, trailer yards, docks, building exteriors, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and complete required reports.
• Maintain accurate daily activity logs, incident documentation, and communication with site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal in Columbus, OH is hiring a Security Officer for full-time patrol observation. You will protect client sites, monitor access, and respond to incidents while delivering friendly customer service.

The role involves day-time shifts, weather and safety awareness, and adherence to site procedures. Qualifications include being 18+, high school diploma, background check, and drug screening.