Security Officer Patrol Operations

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 Patrol Operations in Fort Walton Beach, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer at a dynamic aero and defense location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents. This role offers the chance to deliver outstanding customer service and communication while supporting a people-first team that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.90 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific procedures, following access control protocols, and supporting emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Respond to incidents, unusual activity, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting details and communicating with site contacts and/or emergency personnel as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, production areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify potential concerns and report security-related issues.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify visitor and employee authorization as directed by site policies, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas.
• Support daily operations by observing site conditions, reporting hazards and/or maintenance concerns, and assisting with security-related requests in accordance with Allied Universal standards and client procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 2 or more years of security-related experience.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• A guard card and/or 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.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

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