Security Officer Corporate Prevention Patrol

Allied Universal; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, is hiring a Security Officer Full Time Prevention Patrol in Cambridge, MA. You will serve and safeguard clients at a commercial real estate location, perform unarmed patrols, maintain a visible presence, and deliver excellent customer service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and a welcoming environment for tenants and visitors, with schedule across day shifts and a $22.75 hourly rate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Age 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed.
• Must pass background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Perform unarmed patrols of interior and exterior areas.
• Monitor access and report security concerns.
• Provide customer service to tenants and visitors.
• Prepare daily activity reports and incidents.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol

Security awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Access control systems

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Full Time Prevention Patrol in Cambridge, MA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a commercial real estate location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. You will support a welcoming environment for tenants and visitors while responding to security-related concerns with professionalism. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture puts people first through teamwork and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon12:00 AM - 08:00 AMFri12:00 AM - 08:00 AMSat12:00 AM - 08:00 AMSun12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, contractors, and/or employees at a commercial real estate location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of building interiors, exterior grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unusual conditions or unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access to the property, observe visitor and contractor activity, and report access-control concerns in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and document actions taken.
• Maintain accurate daily activity reports and incident documentation, communicating relevant observations to site management and Allied Universal leadership.

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.
• 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.

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 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.