Security Officer Patrol Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Patrol Operations in Roanoke, VA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a utilities location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and support access activity with professionalism. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being active, delivering strong customer service, and communicating clearly while working with a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and grounded in integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $15.85 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeTue04:00 PM - 12:00 AMWed04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSat08:00 AM - 04:00 PMSun08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and/or vendors while carrying out site-specific procedures, access protocols, and/or emergency response activities at a utilities location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, unusual activity, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and report details according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, perimeter routes, and/or other assigned areas to help identify potential concerns and support security-related operations.
• Monitor entry and exit points, check credentials and/or visitor information, and document activity involving personnel, vehicles, and/or deliveries as required by the location.
• Communicate with site contacts, supervisors, and/or first responders regarding security-related issues, maintenance concerns, hazards, and/or incidents observed during patrols.

Minimum Requirements:

• Proof of a high school diploma or GED is required by the client.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.

Closing

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:

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Requisition ID

2026-1631579