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Allied Universal

Largest private security services provider

Security Officer

Security Guarding & PatrolPosted on Nov 13
Full-timeAllentown, PA, USA$17 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Candidates must possess strong customer service skills and the ability to interact positively with clients and colleagues; customer-facing experience is preferred.
  • Candidates must have prior experience with access control systems and badge management, including familiarity with employee-access security protocols and procedures.
  • Candidates must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles or 21 years old for armed roles.
  • Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
  • Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
  • Applicants may be required to obtain applicable state or local licenses before employment.
  • A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

  • Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at a technology, media, and telecommunications location.
  • Respond to incidents, alarms, access concerns, and critical situations calmly and in a problem-solving manner, following established site procedures.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols of business areas, exterior grounds, entry points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity.
  • Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization as required, and report unusual conditions or policy concerns to site leadership.
  • Complete required activity reports, incident documentation, and shift communications in accordance with company and site-specific requirements.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a customer-facing role is preferred.

About the Company

Allied Universal

Largest private security services provider

Allied Universal is a large security and facilities services provider that protects people and property at client sites. Its offerings include on-site security guards, mobile patrols, risk assessments, and janitorial and facilities support, delivered by trained staff with supporting technology. The company stands out for its massive scale and wide footprint, created by merging AlliedBarton with Universal Services of America and later acquiring G4S to become the world’s largest private security provider. Its goal is to be the leading fully integrated security and facilities partner for customers across North America and beyond.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Irvine, CA
Founded
1957

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