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Security Officer - Logistics Patrol

San Diego, California

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Security Officer - Logistics Patrol

San Diego, California Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Morning Req ID: 2026-1522600 Work Days Available: Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Date posted: 01/26/2026
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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 - Logistics Patrol in San Diego, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, you will monitor assigned areas, complete routine patrols, and stay visible to help discourage security-related incidents. You will support access control and badge checks, respond to requests with strong communication, and deliver a customer-focused presence for employees and visitors. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and an agile, reliable, innovative approach in a caring, people-first culture.


Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.60 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTime
Mon12:45 PM - 09:15 PM
Fri12:45 PM - 09:15 PM
Sat12:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Sun12:30 PM - 08:30 PM

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 clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
  • Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting site leadership and/or emergency services as directed by post orders.
  • Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout the facility, yard areas, and perimeter, checking for irregular activity, unsecured doors or gates, and/or operational hazards, and helping to deter unwanted activity.
  • Monitor access points and loading or unloading areas, observe inbound and outbound vehicle and trailer movement, and report policy issues and/or suspicious behavior per site procedures.
  • Complete required reports and logs, document incidents and patrol activity, and communicate observations to Allied Universal supervision and/or client representatives per site-specific requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Have at least 6 months of security experience.
  • Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
  • CPR certification is preferred.
  • A guard card and/or license is preferred.
  • 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.

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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Career Path

Allied Universal offers many career paths to support your immediate and future success.

  • Regional President
  • Regional Vice President
  • General Manager
  • Branch Manager
  • Director of Operations
  • Client Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Field Supervisor
  • Shift Supervisor
  • Security Professional
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Rewards

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Tuition Discount Program

  • Training & Career Development Programs

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