Security Guard - Unarmed Flex

Allied Universal; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Guard - Unarmed Flex in Aurora, Colorado. This role offers the flexibility to build your own schedule while gaining valuable site experience across various industries such as Healthcare and Education. The Security Guard will perform security patrols, monitor entrances, and investigate incidents, ensuring safety across the designated areas.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess strong communication skills. The position pays $22.00 an hour, with ongoing training and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license if driving a company vehicle.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle.
• Monitor entrances and exits and permit authorized persons to enter.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents and suspicious activities.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Active listening and problem solving skills

Reliability and ability to adapt

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.

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Guard - Unarmed Flex. Security Guard - Unarmed Flex will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, Education, Finance and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Security Professional Flex Officer, you'll use our exclusive shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts based on your availability - giving you the freedom to build a schedule that works for you, while gaining valuable site experience across various industries. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or take the first step toward a phenomenal career, this position offers unmatched access to hands-on experience and growth opportunities. The Security Professional Flex Officer may be called upon to work irregular shifts at times with little to no advance notice.

Pay: $22.00 an hour

Schedule: Open availability

This flex/on-call role is ideal for candidates looking to work near full-time hours with the flexibility to pick up shifts across multiple schedules. Flex officers play a critical role in maintaining safety and providing coverage when call-offs occur. We are looking for individuals who take pride in being dependable and ready to respond when needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle


• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards


• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons


• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles


• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits


• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements


• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post


• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner


• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE)

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent or 5 years of verifiable experience


• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment


• Valid driver's license if driving a company or customer-owned vehicle


• 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


• No prior experience required


• Be at least 18 years of age, or higher if required by the state (21 years, if armed)


• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments


• Be able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors


• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public


• Effective oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately


• Active listening and problem solving skills


• Assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately


• Mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy


• Teamwork


• Attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE)

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)


• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience

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...

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.