Security Officer Full Time Patrol Coverage

Allied Universal; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Nashville, TN seeks a full-time Security Officer for patrol coverage at a busy logistics site. You will provide customer service to drivers, visitors, and personnel while following site procedures and security policies.

The role involves regular patrols, access verification, incident response, and detailed reporting. You will join a team that values integrity, reliability, and a people-first culture, with opportunities for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing may be required by state/local regulations.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to drivers, visitors, and personnel at a logistics and distribution location while carrying out site-specific procedures and security-related policies.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of the facility, parking areas, trailer yards, loading zones, and perimeter to help identify unusual activity or conditions.
• Monitor access points, verify authorization for entry, and document visitor, vehicle, and delivery activity in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate site contacts and emergency services when needed.
• Complete accurate activity reports, incident documentation, and shift handoff communications.

Skills

Customer service

Patrols

Access control

Incident response

Reporting

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 Coverage in Nashville, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for employees, visitors, and deliveries. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, reliability, and a people-first culture drive every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.33 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Tue 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Wed 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Thur 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Sun 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to drivers, visitors, and personnel at a logistics and distribution location while carrying out site-specific procedures and security-related policies.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of the facility, parking areas, trailer yards, loading zones, and perimeter to help identify unusual activity or conditions.
• Monitor access points, verify authorization for entry, and document visitor, vehicle, and delivery activity in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, notifying appropriate site contacts and emergency services when needed.
• Complete accurate activity reports, incident documentation, and shift handoff communications.

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.