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 Full Time Patrol Customer Service in Oakland, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. As an Unarmed Security Officer supporting a utilities location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond professionally to site needs. You will provide outstanding customer service, communicate clearly with employees and visitors, and contribute to a caring, reliable team that acts with integrity and embraces innovation.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $28.00 / Hour
Job Schedule
What You'll Do
- Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, access-control protocols, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at utility locations.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, promptly documenting observations and notifying appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of utility facilities, grounds, perimeter areas, parking locations, and access points; working environments and conditions may vary by site.
- Monitor for unauthorized access, unusual activity, hazardous conditions, and/or damage to infrastructure, helping to deter unauthorized activity through a professional presence.
- Maintain accurate activity logs, incident reports, and shift documentation in accordance with Allied Universal and site-specific requirements.
Minimum Requirements
- Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
- A guard card/license is preferred.
- CPR certification is preferred.
- CPR/First Aid certification 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.
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.
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