Security Officer - Office Tower 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 Officer - Office Tower Patrol in Norwalk, CT, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a commercial real estate location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will greet tenants and visitors, respond to questions and concerns, document observations, and communicate clearly with site contacts. Bring an agile, reliable, and innovative mindset, contribute through teamwork, and act with integrity while putting people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / 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 tenants, visitors, contractors, and/or property management by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout commercial office buildings, common areas, parking areas, loading and service areas, and the exterior perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Control access points by monitoring entry and exit, verifying authorization, and directing visitors to the appropriate destination according to site procedures.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and/or other building systems as assigned, and report unusual activity to the appropriate contact.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical situations, disturbances, and/or property issues, and request assistance as needed.
• Document patrols, incidents, and maintenance concerns in written reports and/or electronic activity logs, and notify property management and/or Allied Universal supervision per post orders.
• Complete routine checks of doors, gates, stairwells, and other designated areas to help identify unsecured conditions, hazards, and/or policy violations, and report findings.
• Provide escort assistance for visitors, employees, and/or contractors when requested, including after-hours escorts to parking areas, in line with site guidelines.
• Support emergency procedures by assisting with evacuations, directing occupants to assembly points, and coordinating with responding emergency services as appropriate.
• Maintain a professional presence, follow all post orders, and communicate clearly with property staff, Allied Universal leadership, and responding public agencies.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

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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