Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Unarmed Patrol for Transit Center

AUS; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life and AD&D

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Vacation after 1 year

Perks discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer – Enhanced Part Time Unarmed Patrol for Transit Center in San Jose, CA. This role offers flexible, anchor shifts with the option to pick up additional shifts to increase earnings.

Pay rate is $22.83 per hour. The position requires a high school diploma, a guard card/license if available, and background screening as required by law. CPR/First Aid is preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated customer service skills in security or related settings.
• Ability to conduct patrols and monitor premises.
• Ability to respond to incidents calmly and effectively.
• Experience preparing security reports and logs.
• Familiarity with emergency procedures and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to riders, employees, and visitors.
• Respond to incidents, service disruptions, and critical situations calmly.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of transit facilities and surrounding areas.
• Monitor access points and report suspicious activity or maintenance issues.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain activity logs.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol duties

Incident response

Report writing

Emergency procedures

Education

High school diploma

Guard card/license

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

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands‑on experience, or work toward a full‑time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Unarmed Patrol for Transit Center in San Jose, CA, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking‑up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $22.83 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri12:00 AM - 08:00 AMSat12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick‑up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part‑time hours this week and full‑time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part‑time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build‑up to a full‑time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to riders, employees, and visitors by carrying out security‑related procedures, location‑specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, service disruptions, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, communicating observations to appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of transit facilities, platforms, parking areas, administrative buildings, and surrounding perimeters to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and observe activity throughout the location, reporting suspicious behavior, hazards, and maintenance concerns according to established procedures.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain required activity logs for incidents, patrols, and other security‑related observations.

Minimum Requirements:

• A guard card/license is preferred.
• At this site, there are limited on‑site facilities such as portable toilets and rustic guard shacks.
• CPR/First Aid certification 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:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked; 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through our perks program.

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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.