Security Guard - Tech Full-Time Driver Patrol

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 Guard - Tech Full-Time Driver Patrol in Santa Clara, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an unarmed, driving Patrol Officer supporting a high-profile tech location, you will complete mobile and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and assist with access control and incident response. You will document observations, communicate clearly with site teams, and deliver a welcoming customer experience. At Allied Universal, you will work with an agile, reliable, innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $29.30 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients and site personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting activities and notifying appropriate site contacts and/or public services as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout offices, labs, common areas, parking areas, and building perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and/or policy violations.
• Control access at designated entry points by confirming authorization, managing visitor check-in, issuing temporary badges as directed, and directing guests to appropriate destinations.
• Monitor alarm panels, door status indicators, and video surveillance systems as assigned, and report suspicious activity and/or maintenance concerns through established channels.
• Support a professional workplace environment by enforcing site rules related to prohibited items, restricted areas, and after-hours access in accordance with post orders.
• Perform interior and exterior rounds to identify unsecured doors, lighting issues, and other conditions that could impact operations, and report findings to site management and/or Allied Universal supervision.
• Complete detailed shift activity reports, incident reports, and daily logs in a timely manner, maintaining confidentiality of proprietary information encountered at the location.
• Assist with emergency procedures such as evacuations, severe weather actions, and medical response coordination per site protocols and Allied Universal guidance.
• Communicate clearly with site personnel, vendors, and fellow officers via radio, phone, and written reports to coordinate responses and maintain consistent post coverage.

Minimum Requirements:

• - Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• - Be at least 21 years of age.
• - A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• - A guard card and/or security license is preferred.
• - CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
• - 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.

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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