Security Guard

Allied Universal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Guard in Washington, DC to provide safety and security for clients in various industries. Candidates must have at least one year of security experience and be open to full-time or part-time roles with hourly pay of $22.00. The position includes various benefits such as medical and dental insurance, vacation time, and retirement plans. Applicants must be at least 18 or 21 years old depending on the role, and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles. 21+ years for armed roles.
• Must be able to pass background investigation and drug screening.
• Licensing requirements may apply based on local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by enforcing safety and security procedures.
• Respond to incidents calmly and effectively.
• Conduct regular patrols around the business premises.

Skills

Customer service skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company 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.

As a Security Guard, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

Full Time and Part Time: Must have open available (no overnights)

Must have at least 1 year security experience

Metro (no parking)

Hourly pay $22.00

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site‑specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Allied Universalwill 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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Company's retirement plans
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

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