Security Guard Unarmed Site Protection

Allied Universal; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Retirement Plan

Discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Nashville is seeking an Unarmed Security Guard to protect a food and beverage distribution site. You will monitor areas, perform regular patrols, support access control, and maintain a visible presence to deter incidents.

You'll deliver professional customer service, document observations, respond calmly to incidents, and report findings to Allied Universal leadership and client staff. This is a full-time night shift at $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a food and beverage distribution location.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established site procedures and reporting requirements.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the facility, including exterior grounds, parking areas, loading docks, employee entrances, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor activity around shipping, receiving, and delivery operations; report unusual conditions, unsecured access points, and potential hazards to appropriate site contacts.
• Maintain accurate daily activity reports and incident documentation, and communicate observations to Allied Universal leadership and designated client representatives.

Skills

Access control

Badge experience

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 Unarmed Site Protection in Nashville, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a food and beverage location, you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, support access control, and maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. You will provide professional customer service, communicate clearly with employees and visitors, and use technology to document observations. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where integrity, innovation, and a people-first culture guide every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Tue: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Wed: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Thur: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Fri: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a food and beverage distribution location.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established site procedures and reporting requirements.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the facility, including exterior grounds, parking areas, loading docks, employee entrances, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor activity around shipping, receiving, and delivery operations; report unusual conditions, unsecured access points, and potential hazards to appropriate site contacts.
• Maintain accurate daily activity reports and incident documentation, and communicate observations to Allied Universal leadership and designated client representatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• At this site there are limited on-site facilities such as portable toilets and rustic guard shacks.
• Possession of a guard card or license is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 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.

Why Join Us:

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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.

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