Security Officer - Lake Houston PKWY

Allied Universal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal offers rewarding careers with a focus on integrity and teamwork. As a Security Officer – Lake Houston PKWY in Houston, TX, you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage visitor access, and respond to security concerns while delivering excellent customer service.

This driving role requires a valid driver's license and the ability to work a varied day/evening schedule. A Guard Card is preferred; background checks and drug screening are required by policy.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is expected.
• Awareness of security procedures and protocols.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and follow site-specific security procedures.
• Respond to incidents calmly and follow emergency protocols.
• Conduct regular patrols around the site and perimeter.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Security awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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 - Lake Houston PKWY in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As an Access Control Officer, you will help maintain a secure environment by monitoring entry points, verifying credentials, managing visitor access, and responding to security-related concerns with professionalism. You will remain visible, communicate clearly, and deliver exceptional customer service while supporting a caring, teamwork-focused culture built on integrity. This is a driving position requiring a valid driver's license.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.28 / Hour

Driver's License Required

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon12:00 PM - 08:00 PMTue08:00 PM - 04:00 AMFri04:00 AM - 12:00 PMSat04:00 AM - 12:00 PMSun12:00 PM - 08:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements

• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• A Guard Card/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.

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