Security Officer Part Time Overnights

Allied Universal; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, seeks a Part-Time Security Officer (Unarmed) at a utility location in Salem, VA. You will provide customer service, monitor access, and respond to incidents with a calm, professional approach.

Join a team that values flexibility and teamwork, and build a schedule that fits your life. This position offers structured shifts and opportunities to advance within a trusted security leader.

Qualifications

• Experience with alarm panels is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Experience using access control and badge systems is preferred.
• Guard card or license is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Age 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors and vendors by following security procedures and policies.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of facilities, grounds, parking areas and perimeter.
• Monitor access by verifying credentials, documenting entry and reporting concerns.
• Respond to incidents and alarms in a calm, problem-solving manner and contact responders as directed.
• Prepare accurate reports and logs for patrols, incidents and access activity.

Skills

Customer service

Alarm panels

Access control

Badge systems

Computer usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control software

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 Part Time Unarmed Alarm Console in Salem, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer at a utilities location, you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, help to deter security-related incidents, and support access control activities. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while maintaining a visible presence. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.67 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Fri 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Sat 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a utility location.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of facilities, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help identify unusual conditions and help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access to the location by verifying credentials, documenting visitor and contractor entry, and reporting access-control concerns in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate site contacts and emergency responders as directed.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain required logs for patrols, incidents, access activity, and other security-related observations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience using alarm panels is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Experience using access control systems and badge systems is preferred.
• Possession of a guard card or license is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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.