Security Officer Full Time Unarmed Patrol - Transit - Swing Shift

Allied Universal; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools Access to shifts

Career Growth and Training

Financial and Health Benefits package

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal, Portland, OR, is seeking a Security Officer for Full Time Unarmed Patrol - Swing to support a government transportation location. You will safeguard riders and staff and provide excellent customer service.

The role involves patrolling transit facilities, observing conditions, and reporting incidents. Employment requires a high school diploma, background check, and ability to meet site requirements; shifts include days/evenings.

Qualifications

• At least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience is required.
• Background check per federal, state and local laws.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; valid driver’s license for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to riders, employees, visitors, and contractors while following site procedures and emergency response protocols.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of transit facilities, platforms, parking areas, vehicles and perimeters to deter unauthorized activity and identify concerns.
• Respond to incidents and medical or other emergencies calmly and notify appropriate personnel and emergency services as needed.
• Observe and report suspicious activity, damaged property, hazards, and policy violations; complete accurate incident reports.
• Assist with access control, directions, crowd management, and customer inquiries while maintaining a professional presence.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol experience

Observation reporting

Calm under pressure

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/First Aid (preferred)

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 Unarmed Patrol - Swing in Portland, OR, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a government transportation location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, observe and report conditions, and provide professional customer service to riders, visitors, and staff. Our agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $27.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 12:00 AMTue02:00 PM - 12:00 AMWed02:00 PM - 12:00 AMSun02:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to passengers, employees, visitors, and contractors while carrying out site-specific procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at public transportation locations.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of transit facilities, platforms, parking areas, vehicles, and surrounding perimeters to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical events, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and public emergency services as needed.
• Observe and report suspicious activity, damaged property, hazards, and policy violations, completing accurate incident reports and shift documentation.
• Assist with access control, directions, crowd management, and customer inquiries while maintaining a professional presence in varying indoor and outdoor conditions.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience is required.
• At this site there are limited on-site facilities such as portable toilets and rustic guard shacks.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• A Guard Card or license 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.

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.

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