Security Officer Full Time Unarmed Patrol Access Control

Allied Universal; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, seeks a Security Officer (Full Time Unarmed Patrol Access Control) in Palo Alto, CA. You will monitor access points, provide exceptional customer service, and patrol facilities to deter incidents.

Role emphasizes safety, visibility, and collaboration within a technology-focused environment. Requires 6 months security experience and a HS diploma; background check and drug screen apply.

Qualifications

• 6 months of security-related experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, contractors, and vendors by following security procedures and site policies.
• Monitor access points, verify authorization, maintain entry records, report irregularities.
• Respond calmly to incidents and alarms using established escalation protocols.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of facilities and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Document security-related incidents and protect technology infrastructure.

Skills

Customer service

Computer/tablet familiarity

Access control systems

Badge systems

Background checks

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control hardware

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 Unarmed Patrol Access Control in Palo Alto, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Unarmed Security Officer in a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, support access control activities, and provide outstanding customer service. Using clear communication and technology tools, you will help create a welcoming, secure environment while demonstrating Allied Universal’s values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, care, and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $24.84 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Thur: 04:00 PM - 12:30 AM
• Fri: 04:00 PM - 12:30 AM
• Sat: 04:00 PM - 12:30 AM
• Sun: 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, contractors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, access-control protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points, verify visitor and contractor authorization, maintain accurate entry records, and report irregularities in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and notification protocols.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, data center areas, exterior grounds, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Support the protection of technology infrastructure by observing restricted areas, reporting access-control issues, and documenting security-related incidents.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 6 months of security-related experience is required.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Experience with access control and badge systems is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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.

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.