Security Guard - Downtown

Allied Universal; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security company seeks a Security Guard for its Downtown Minneapolis location, offering a starting pay of $20.80 per hour and extensive benefits. The role involves safeguarding clients in various sectors, necessitating customer service skills, a high school diploma or equivalent, and compliance with licensing and screening requirements.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k plans

Flexible schedules

Ongoing paid training

Employee discounts on restaurants and entertainment

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Valid driver's license required for driving positions.
• Subject to background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and carry out safety and security procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly and effectively.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business.

Skills

Customer Service

Safety Procedures

Calm Response

Patrolling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

5 years of verifiable experience

Job description

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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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Job Description

Starting Pay: $20.80 / hour paid WEEKLY with DailyPay options

Schedule: Monday - Thursday (7am - 5pm)

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance

As a Security Guard, you will serve and safeguard clients across various industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, and Government.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and carry out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly and effectively.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, with environments varying by client site.

Minimum Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Subject to background check and drug screening as per law.
• Licensing requirements vary by state and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions.

Perks and Benefits

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time roles.
• Flexible schedules.
• Ongoing paid training and career growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts on restaurants, entertainment, and more.

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, age, gender, or other protected characteristics. For more info, visit www.aus.com.

If you need accommodations or assistance during the application process, contact our local Human Resources department or visit www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID: 2025-1391388

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

• Professional Services