Security Guard - Foot Patrol

Allied Universal; Des Moines (IA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services company is seeking a full-time Security Guard for foot patrol duties in Des Moines, IA. The role involves maintaining security, providing customer service, and conducting regular patrols. Ideal candidates will have a customer service background and the physical ability to perform the job. Comprehensive benefits and ongoing training are provided.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401k Plans

Paid Training Programs

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Prior security experience preferred, customer service background required.
• Must be able to walk, stand for extended periods, and work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain facility security by checking in visitors and performing regular foot patrols.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly.

Skills

Customer Service

Technology Usage

Education

High School Diploma

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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

Position Overview: Foot Patrol, CCTV Monitoring, and Access Control.

We are hiring a Full-time Security Professional for Marsh & McLennan at 12421 Meredith Dr, Urbandale, IA.

Job Details

• Pay Rate: $17.00 / hour
• Schedule: Overnights Shift Available / 11:00 pm - 7:00 am
• Duties: You will maintain the facility's security by checking in visitors, vendors, and contractors. This includes issuing access badges and performing regular foot patrols throughout the property. The role requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and a strong commitment to safety and security.

Qualifications

• Experience: Prior security experience is preferred, but not required. Alternatively, a customer service background is required.
• Skills: Comfortable using technology devices
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to walk, stand for extended periods, and work in various weather conditions.

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 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

Perks And Benefits

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2025-1378881

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other, Information Technology, and Management
• Industries: Professional Services

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