Security Officer Patrol

Allied Universal; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career growth opportunities

Retirement savings plan

Exclusive perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer Patrol in Salinas, CA. You will provide customer service, monitor and patrol site, verify credentials, document activities, and respond to incidents.

This role emphasizes a visible presence and safety in a food/ beverage production location, with a flexible schedule via Claim a Shift platform. The position requires age 18+, HS diploma, background check, and possibly a guard card; strong communication and computer skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Guard card/license preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• Must be at least 18 years of age; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screen may be required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees at a food and beverage production location.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of the facility and surrounding areas to deter incidents.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and document activity per site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies with calm, clear actions; file accurate reports.
• Support food production operations by monitoring for unauthorized access and policy violations.

Skills

Customer service

Computer literacy

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 Patrol in SALINAS, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, 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. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a food and beverage location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for employees and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and use technology to document activities. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where a caring culture, teamwork, innovation, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.90 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Sat 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees at a food and beverage production location by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, production areas, parking areas, access points, and perimeter to help identify unusual conditions and support site policies.
• Monitor access to the location, verify credentials as directed, and document visitor, contractor, and delivery activity in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and prepare accurate incident reports.
• Support the protection of food production operations by observing for unauthorized access, policy violations, and potential threats, and escalating concerns through established reporting channels.

Minimum Requirements

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A guard card/license is preferred.
• Comfortable 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.

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.

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.