Security Officer Building Foot Patrol

AUS; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Benefits package

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, is seeking a Security Officer Building Foot Patrol in Costa Mesa, CA. You will patrol, monitor access control, and deliver exceptional customer service to tenants, visitors, and employees on a commercial property.

As part of a dynamic team, you will respond to alarms, document patrol observations, and maintain a professional presence during overnight shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience with access control and badge systems is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Able to lift up to 20 pounds and meet age requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and employees while carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the commercial property, including building interiors, parking areas, entry points, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, report unauthorized access concerns, and assist with directing guests in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, escalating matters to appropriate personnel as needed.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports of patrol observations, incidents, and security‑related concerns to support site operations.

Skills

Access control

Badge systems

Computer/tablet use

Customer service

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 Officer Building Foot Patrol in Costa Mesa, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer at a commercial real estate location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, support access control activities, and provide exceptional customer service. You will communicate professionally with employees and visitors while using computer or tablet systems as needed. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity come first.

Position Type: Full Time / Overnight Shift

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
• Sun - 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and employees while carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the commercial property, including building interiors, parking areas, entry points, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, report unauthorized access concerns, and assist with directing guests in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, escalating matters to appropriate personnel as needed.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports of patrol observations, incidents, and security‑related concerns to support site operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience with access control and badge systems is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.
• A guard card or license 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.

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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.