Security Officer Patrol Driver

Allied Universal; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools access

Career Growth opportunities

Benefits package including medical

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal, based in Ankeny, IA, is seeking a Security Officer Patrol Driver to protect a manufacturing and industrial site. The role includes patrolling, responding to incidents, ensuring visitor and employee safety, and maintaining communications with site leadership.

The position requires a valid driver’s license, a high school diploma or equivalent, and comfort using a computer or tablet. It is a full-time, on-site role with typical daytime hours and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Willingness to lift more than 20 pounds.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Age 18+ (unarmed) / 21+ (armed) per role.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors while enforcing site policies.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies calmly following site protocols.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of production areas, warehouses, and perimeters.
• Monitor access by verifying credentials and reporting access-control issues.
• Prepare accurate reports and logs and communicate observations to leadership.

Skills

Driver's license

Customer service

Lifting capability

Computer/Tablet use

Age 18+

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 Patrol Driver in Ankeny, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As a Security Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment through exceptional customer service and communication. This driving post requires a valid driver’s license. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.60 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
• Tue 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
• Wed 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
• Thur 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
• Fri 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a manufacturing and industrial location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established site protocols and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of production areas, warehouses, parking areas, access points, and the facility perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access to the location by verifying credentials, observing visitor and contractor activity, and reporting access-control issues in accordance with site procedures.
• Complete accurate reports, maintain patrol logs, and communicate observations, incidents, and maintenance concerns to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• The ability to lift more than 20 pounds 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.li>
• 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.