Security Officer Full Time Vehicle Patrol Driver

Allied Universal; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Full Time Vehicle Patrol Driver in Salinas, CA. You will perform vehicle and foot patrols, deter incidents, and deliver excellent customer service at a retail/mall site.

Responsibilities include responding to incidents, monitoring access, and maintaining professional conduct while supporting a welcoming environment. A valid driver’s license and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Provide customer service to tenants, shoppers, visitors, and vendors according to site procedures.
• Be able to communicate observations and actions clearly and professionally.
• Hold a valid driver’s license and meet policy requirements.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.
• Age 18+ for unarmed positions; 21+ for armed positions where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out security-related procedures and emergency responses at a retail/mall location.
• Respond calmly to incidents and document observations according to site procedures.
• Perform regular and random unarmed patrols of common areas, parking facilities, exteriors, and perimeter.
• Monitor access points, observe activity, and report suspicious behavior or maintenance issues.
• Provide directions and assistance to visitors to maintain a welcoming environment.

Skills

Customer service

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 Vehicle Patrol Driver in Salinas, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As a Driving Unarmed Patrol Officer at a retail and mall location, you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide exceptional customer service. You will communicate professionally with visitors, tenants, and staff while supporting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and caring team, where integrity and teamwork guide every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.83 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Wed 12:30 PM - 08:30 PM
• Fri 12:30 PM - 08:30 PM
• Sat 12:30 PM - 08:30 PM
• Sun 12:30 PM - 08:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to tenants, shoppers, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a retail and mall location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and actions in accordance with site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout common areas, parking facilities, building exteriors, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and observe activity throughout the location, reporting suspicious behavior, property concerns, and/or maintenance issues to appropriate site contacts.
• Provide directions and assistance to visitors while maintaining a professional presence and supporting a welcoming retail environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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.