Security Officer Full Time Patrol

Allied Universal; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Security Officer for full-time patrol protection at a food and beverage production location. You will monitor access, conduct patrols, and provide exceptional customer service while upholding site policies.

The role requires minimum age and education as listed, a background check, drug screen, and possibly license requirements. You will report incidents and complete shift logs, contributing to a safe, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles (21+ for armed).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check conducted as a condition of employment.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply depending on state/local laws.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service while carrying out security-related procedures and site policies.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, perimeter, parking areas, and access points.
• Monitor access to the location and verify authorized entry; document visitor activity.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and emergencies and notify site contacts and responders.
• Complete detailed activity reports, incident documentation, and shift logs.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol procedures

Observation/reporting

Professional communication

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 Protection in Des Moines, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a food and beverage location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security‑related incidents, and report observations. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate professionally with employees and visitors, and support a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work every day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.96 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Wed 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Thur 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Fri 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Sat 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Sun 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities within a food and beverage production location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, perimeter, parking areas, access points, and exterior grounds to help identify and report unusual conditions.
• Monitor access to the location, verify authorized entry as directed by site procedures, and document visitor, contractor, and delivery activity.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, notifying appropriate site contacts and emergency responders when needed.
• Complete detailed activity reports, incident documentation, and shift logs in accordance with Allied Universal and site‑specific requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.