Security Officer - Full Time

Allied Universal®; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Benefits package

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer - Full Time - Mornings in Waterloo, IA. You will conduct patrols, monitor access, and provide exceptional customer service while upholding company values. This is a full-time daytime role with a consistent, team-based environment.

Gain experience in manufacturing and industrial settings, with opportunities for training, growth, and benefits as part of a leading security provider in North America.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required by policy.
• Lift 20+ pounds may be needed.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Must be 19+ (unarmed) or 21+ (armed).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and vendors while following site procedures.
• Conduct routine unarmed patrols of premises to deter incidents and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points, verify authorizations, and maintain visitor/vehicle records.
• Respond to incidents and alarms calmly, notifying site contacts or responders as needed.
• Report maintenance concerns and security issues observed during patrols.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol procedures

Technical literacy

Observation skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer use

Tablet use

Driver's 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

As a Security Officer - Full Time - Mornings in Waterloo, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As a Patrol Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, monitor assigned areas, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. This driving position offers the opportunity to support a dynamic environment while representing Allied Universal's agile, reliable, and innovative values through teamwork, care, and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 AM - 02:00 PMThur06:00 AM - 02:00 PMFri06:00 AM - 02:00 PMSat06:00 AM - 02:00 PMSun06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and/or vendors while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of manufacturing, warehouse, office, parking, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points, verify visitor and contractor authorization, and maintain accurate visitor, vehicle, and incident documentation in accordance with site policies.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders as needed.
• Report maintenance concerns, unsecured areas, and other security-related issues observed during patrols to the appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Preferred ability to lift more than 20 pounds.
• Preferred comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Be at least 19 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.