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 Retail S Wayside Dr in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As a Security Officer for a retail location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. This driving position offers the opportunity to support a welcoming environment for associates and visitors while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture through teamwork and integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $15.00 / Hour
Driver's License
Job Schedule
What You'll Do
- Provide customer service to customers, employees, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout retail sales areas, entrances, parking areas, loading areas, and the surrounding perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or hazards.
- Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established location procedures.
- Monitor access points and observe activity within the retail location to help deter theft, trespassing, and other unauthorized activity.
- Document observations, incidents, and patrol activities accurately, and communicate relevant information to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.
Minimum Requirements
- A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
- A state, county, or city-issued security-related license 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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