Security Officer Port Patrol

Allied Universal North Americas 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 - Port Patrol in Richmond VA you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a government maritime transportation location you will monitor and patrol assigned areas complete routine rounds and remain visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will document observations support access control and communicate clearly with staff and visitors while delivering service with integrity. Join a team that is agile reliable innovative and people-first where teamwork drives every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / 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 Youll Do:

• Provide customer service to onsite personnel and visitors by following Allied Universal post orders security-related procedures site-specific policies and/or emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm problem-solving manner including de-escalation notifying appropriate contacts and documenting actions taken.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings docks parking areas and perimeter zones; working environments and conditions may vary by site and weather.
• Support access control by checking identification and authorization monitoring entry and exit points directing visitors and assisting with vehicle and/or pedestrian screening as required by post orders.
• Operate and monitor security-related systems such as cameras alarms and radio communications; complete activity logs and incident reports per policy.

Minimum Requirements:

• A TSA issued TWIC is required.
• CPR certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
• A guard card/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 drivers 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: .

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