Security Officer Entry Level Full Time Overnights

Allied Universal®; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal patrol security officer role in Roanoke, VA. You will monitor and protect clients across various sites, maintain a visible presence, and support access control while delivering excellent customer service.

The position is full-time with day and night shifts, offering comprehensive benefits and ongoing training. Valid guard card/licensing is preferred; background checks and drug screening are required as per regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience with access control and badge systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required by law.
• Driver's license required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents and access-control concerns calmly and escalate as needed.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of facility and perimeter to deter incidents.
• Monitor access points and support orderly movement of employees and visitors.
• Complete accurate activity logs and reports for site leadership.

Skills

Access control

Badge systems

Customer service

Computer/tablet use

Lifting 20+ lbs

18+ years old

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Patrol in Roanoke, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a logistics and distribution location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, support access control activities, and provide outstanding customer service. You will communicate professionally with team members and visitors while helping maintain an orderly environment. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, reliability, agility, and innovation guide how we put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.20 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon10:30 PM - 06:00 AMTue10:30 PM - 06:00 AMWed10:30 PM - 06:00 AMThur10:30 PM - 06:00 AMSun10:30 PM - 06:00 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 logistics and distribution location.
• Respond to incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating matters according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, loading areas, parking areas, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and support the orderly movement of employees, visitors, drivers, and deliveries in accordance with site requirements.
• Complete accurate activity logs, incident reports, and patrol documentation, and communicate observations to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience with access control and badge systems is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortably 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.

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.

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