Security Officer - Auto Patrol

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 - Auto Patrol in Palo Alto, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Auto, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a leading automotive manufacturing and/or delivery location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and stay visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will document observations, communicate clearly with site personnel, and support a positive customer experience while using basic computer and/or tablet tools. Join a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, caring, and driven by integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $22.52 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed10:00 PM - 06:30 AMThur10:00 PM - 06:30 AMFri10:00 PM - 06:30 AM

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to client employees, visitors, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout automotive manufacturing and/or distribution areas, parking lots, and the perimeter, documenting observations per site procedures.
• Help to deter unauthorized access by monitoring entrances, gates, and designated access points, verifying identification and/or authorization as required by site policy.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, alarms, disturbances, and traffic concerns, and notify appropriate personnel.
• Complete detailed written reports and daily activity logs, including incident reports, patrol findings, and maintenance or hazard observations, following Allied Universal and site reporting requirements.
• Monitor cameras, alarm panels, and other security-related systems as assigned, and escalate unusual activity per post orders.
• Support site rules for vehicle and pedestrian flow by observing loading dock and parking areas, assisting with directions, and reporting violations per procedure.
• Interact professionally with local law enforcement, fire, and emergency services when requested, and assist with scene control and information sharing per policy.
• Perform access control checks for deliveries and/or contractors, including verifying credentials, reviewing appointment information, and directing to designated areas per site instructions.
• Maintain a professional presence, follow post orders, and comply with Allied Universal training, uniform, and communication requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 1+ years of security experience.
• Guard card/license is preferred.
• Comfortable using computer or tablet 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.

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: 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1520778