Security Guard - Part-Time Commercial 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 Guard - Part-Time Commercial Patrol in Los Angeles, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, 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 at a commercial real estate location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, perform routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will support access control, respond to alarms and/or tenant concerns, document observations, and communicate clearly with onsite teams and visitors. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and integrity to a people-first culture focused on teamwork and innovation.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $20.70 / 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 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 tenants, visitors, contractors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of interior common areas, exterior grounds, parking areas, loading zones, and perimeter points to help to deter unwanted activity.
• Perform access control duties by monitoring entrances, checking credentials as required, directing visitors to appropriate areas, and reporting unauthorized access attempts.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and/or building systems as assigned, and report suspicious conditions, maintenance issues, and policy violations to site management and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, trespassing, medical situations, and property damage, and request police, fire, and/or medical support when needed.
• Complete detailed shift activity reports, incident reports, and other required documentation in a timely manner, including observations from patrols and actions taken.
• Support tenant and property management requests such as escorting individuals as approved, assisting with lost and found procedures, and providing directions within the property.
• Assist with opening and/or closing procedures for common areas as directed, including checks of doors, gates, and restricted areas to confirm they are secured per site policy.
• Maintain a professional presence, follow post orders, and communicate clearly via radio, phone, and/or written reports with team members and site representatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 2+ years of security-related experience.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Being able to lift up to 20 lbs is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• A Guard Card and/or 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 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.