Security Officer Foot Patrol

Allied Universal; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools access

Career growth opportunities

Retirement savings plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Buffalo, NY seeks a Security Officer to patrol and safeguard facilities at a logistics and distribution location. You will provide customer service, deter incidents, monitor areas, and report irregularities.

This full-time role offers an hourly pay rate of $18.50, with teamwork, reliability, and integrity at the core of daily duties, plus training and career growth opportunities within a caring, people-first culture.

Qualifications

• Guard Card/License preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law; may be conducted.
• Drug screen may be required where allowed by law.
• Licensing requirements vary by state/local area.
• Driver's license required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and delivery personnel by following security procedures and site policies.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, access concerns, and critical situations, reporting observations to site contacts.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of warehouse areas, docks, yards, parking lots, and perimeters.
• Monitor entry/exit activity; verify credentials and follow visitor management procedures.
• Document patrols and incidents, and report maintenance or security concerns promptly.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Observation

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 Full Time Patrol Welfare Checks in Buffalo, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer at a dynamic logistics and distribution location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, monitor assigned areas, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Guided by a caring, people-first culture, you will support a welcoming environment through teamwork, reliability, innovation, and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 08:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Tue 05:30 PM - 12:00 AM
• Wed 05:30 PM - 12:00 AM
• Thur 05:30 PM - 12:00 AM
• Fri 05:30 PM - 12:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and delivery personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, communicating observations to appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of warehouse areas, loading docks, trailer yards, parking areas, access points, and the surrounding perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor entry and exit activity for employees, contractors, visitors, and commercial vehicles; verify credentials and follow site procedures for access and visitor management.
• Document patrols, incidents, and unusual conditions in accordance with site-specific procedures, and report maintenance, access, or security-related concerns promptly.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Guard Card/License is preferred.
• 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:

• 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.

Licensed by the New York State Department of State

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.