Security Officer

Allied Universal; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Retirement savings plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Discounts on top brands and services

Job summary

A leading security services provider in Durham, NC, is seeking a Security Officer Patrol Operations. The role focuses on safeguarding clients across various sectors, including healthcare, by monitoring and patrolling designated areas. Candidates should have a high school diploma, be at least 21 years old, and possess customer service experience. This full-time position offers a pay rate of $20.46/hour, with shifts primarily during daytime hours. Join a team dedicated to delivering exceptional service and maintaining a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Preferred customer service experience in security roles.
• Comfortable with computers or tablets.
• Successful background investigation required.
• Drug screening compliance as per law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service during security-related procedures.
• Respond to incidents and communicate with site contacts.
• Conduct regular patrols throughout assigned locations.
• Monitor access points and report suspicious activities.
• Assist staff and guests during routine and unexpected events.

Skills

Customer service experience

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 Officer Patrol Operations in Durham, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic healthcare location where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. In this unarmed role, you will support a caring environment through teamwork, integrity, and a reliable approach while assisting staff, patients, and visitors throughout the day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.46 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTime Mon 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Tue 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Fri 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Sat 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and/or first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity and/or unusual behavior.
• Monitor access points and public areas, report suspicious activity, and document security-related incidents, hazards, and/or policy violations in accordance with site procedures.
• Support a professional environment by giving directions, assisting with visitor questions, and helping staff and/or guests during routine operations and unexpected events.

Minimum Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• 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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