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Security Officer Full Time Service Patrol Job in Columbus, Ohio

Columbus, Ohio Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Afternoon Req ID: 2026-1641499 Work Days Available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Date posted: 07/27/2026
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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 Full Time Service Patrol in Columbus, OH, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer at a commercial real estate location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for tenants and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate professionally, and respond to security-related concerns with integrity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture puts people first.


Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.35 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTime
Mon02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tue02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wed02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thur02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Fri02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, contractors, and/or property management personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
  • Respond to incidents, tenant concerns, access-related issues, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner.
  • Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of commercial property grounds, building exteriors, common areas, parking facilities, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
  • Monitor access points and observe activity throughout the location, documenting unusual occurrences, incidents, and policy violations in accordance with site procedures.
  • Communicate professionally with property stakeholders, visitors, and public service personnel while providing clear reports and notifications of security-related activities.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Customer service experience 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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.


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  3. Branch Manager
  4. Director of Operations
  5. Client Manager
  6. Operations Manager
  7. Field Supervisor
  8. Shift Supervisor
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