Security Officer Full Time Unarmed - Transit Site

Allied Universal; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a security professional in Portland, OR. The role involves providing customer service to passengers and staff, patrolling transit facilities, and monitoring access points to maintain safety and order.

Applicants should have security-focused experience, be comfortable with computers, and be prepared for background checks and drug screening where applicable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Certifications such as pepper spray and handcuffing are preferred.
• Guard card or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, and staff by following security procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of transit facilities and surrounding areas.
• Monitor access points and report unusual or prohibited activities.
• Respond to incidents calmly and contact emergency services when needed.
• Assist with maintaining orderly operations and complete required reports.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol duties

Emergency response

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.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $33.81 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Wed 05:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Thur 05:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Fri 05:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Sat 05:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, and/or staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at public transportation locations.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of transit facilities, platforms, parking areas, surrounding perimeters, and other assigned locations; working environments and conditions may vary by site.
• Monitor access points and observe activity for unusual conditions, prohibited conduct, or potential security-related concerns, reporting observations according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, contacting appropriate personnel and/or emergency services when needed.
• Assist with maintaining orderly operations by providing directions, answering questions, documenting incidents, and completing required reports.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 2 years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Pepper spray certification is preferred.
• Handcuffing 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.

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.