Security Professional - Flex

Allied Universal; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Flexible shifts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer to work at a tech company in Santa Clara. You will perform patrols, monitor entrances, and respond to incidents, using our site-specific Post Orders.

Requirements include a CA Guard Card, valid driver’s license, 1+ year security experience, and the ability to use technology on the job. The role offers flexible shifts and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company or customer-owned vehicle.
• Background check will be conducted in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• No prior experience required.
• Be at least 18 years old (21 if armed).
• Reliability and adaptability to different post assignments.
• Operate radio/console equipment and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; active listening and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that could create security concerns
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department as necessary
• Warn violators of rules and loitering or forbidden articles
• Monitor entrances and exits and permit authorized access
• Observe departing personnel to protect company property
• Investigate incidents and prepare reports; maintain logs
• Assist customers, employees, visitors courteously
• Make emergency notifications as required per site orders

Skills

Active listening

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

Company 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

Allied Universal is Hiring a Security Officer to work at a Tech Company located in Santa Clara

Pay Rate: $33.00 / Hour

Shift: Designated Flex, must be available on weekends

Requirements:

• Active CA Guard Card
• Active State Drivers License of 1 or more years
• Security experience of 1 or more years
• Intermediate to advanced technology skills
• Level 1 Certificate (Power to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force Certificate)
• *Use of personal electronic devices while on duty is prohibited

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer. The Security Professional Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, Education, Finance and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Security Professional Flex Officer, you’ll use our exclusive shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts based on your availability - giving you the freedom to build a schedule that works for you, while gaining valuable site experience across various industries. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or take the first step toward a phenomenal career, this position offers unmatched access to hands-on experience and growth opportunities. The Security Professional Flex Officer may be called upon to work irregular shifts at times with little to no advance notice.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitors entrances and exits
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company or customer-owned vehicle
• 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
• No prior experience required
• Be at least 18 years of age, or higher if required by the state (21 years, if armed)
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments
• Be able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public
• Effective oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately
• Active listening and problem-solving skills
• Assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)
• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance and Eligible for our company's retirement plans
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more

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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.

Requisition ID

2026-1619756