Security Officer - External Surveillance

Allied Universal; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Security Officer - External Surveillance to protect client sites across Logistics & Distribution and more. You will monitor areas, perform patrols, and maintain a visible presence to deter incidents.

Responsibilities include greeting personnel, verifying access, responding to alarms, and reporting observations. Minimum requirements include a HS diploma, background check, and a valid driver's license for applicable roles.

Qualifications

• Guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years old 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, drivers, visitors, and employees by carrying out site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of docks, yards, parking areas, entry points, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for personnel, visitors, and delivery vehicles.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and document observations.
• Assist with maintaining orderly traffic flow for commercial vehicles and report issues.

Skills

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 - External Surveillance in Tucson, AZ, 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 assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. You will communicate professionally with employees, visitors, and drivers while supporting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, integrity, and a caring culture put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.40 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Fri 11:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sat 06:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sun 06:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, drivers, visitors, and/or employees by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of freight docks, trailer yards, parking areas, entry points, and the business perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for personnel, visitors, and delivery vehicles in accordance with site policies.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; document observations and promptly communicate concerns to site contacts and/or emergency responders.
• Assist with maintaining orderly traffic flow for commercial vehicles and report damaged fencing, unsecured doors, lighting concerns, and other security-related conditions.

Minimum Requirements:

• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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.

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.