Security Officer Full Time Government Building

Alliedbarton Security Services; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement savings plan

Health insurance

Job summary

Allied Universal in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Government Building to monitor a technology-focused site, deter incidents, and provide exceptional service.

Swing shift hours and a pay rate of $26.00 per hour, with duties including patrols, access control, alarm responses, and clear communication with staff and visitors.

Qualified candidates have at least 2 years security experience, a high school diploma, and are willing to undergo background checks and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of security-related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Subject to background check per federal, state and local law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Age 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Valid driver's license for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors at a technology-focused site, following site policies and emergency procedures.
• Conduct regular and random foot and vehicle patrols of the facility and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity per site procedures to maintain proper access control.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and professionally; document observations.
• Complete required logs, incident reports, and shift communications per Allied Universal requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol duties

Access control

Alarm monitoring

Computer usage

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Alarm panel

Badge access

Security software

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 Government Buildingin Costa Mesa, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a dynamic technology location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, respond to alarms and access-control concerns, and provide exceptional customer service. You will communicate clearly with employees and visitors while supporting a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team culture built on integrity and teamwork.

Position Type: Full Time / Swing Shift

Pay Rate: $26.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeThur01:00 PM - 09:30 PMFri01:00 PM - 09:30 PMSat01:00 PM - 09:30 PMSun01:00 PM - 09:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or vendors at a technology-focused location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of the facility, exterior areas, parking locations, and perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or potential concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity in accordance with site procedures, helping to maintain appropriate access to authorized areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; document observations and notify appropriate personnel.
• Complete required activity logs, incident reports, and shift communications in alignment with Allied Universal and site-specific requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Be able to lift more than 20 pounds, preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Have alarm panel experience, preferred.
• Have access control and/or badge experience, 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.