Security Officer - Shopping Plaza Patrols
1 day ago
Cerritos
Job DescriptionOverview 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 - Shopping Plaza Patrols in Cerritos, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As a Patrol Officer at a bustling retail location, you will help to deter security-related incidents by conducting regular patrols and remaining visible throughout the property. This is a driving post, so you will be responsible for monitoring the area while operating a company vehicle. You will also provide outstanding customer service and clear communication, all while upholding Allied Universal's values of teamwork, reliability, and integrity. Position Type: Full Time Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour Job Schedule: DayTimeMon07:00 AM - 03:00 PMThur11:00 AM - 07:00 PMFri11:00 AM - 07:00 PMSat11:00 AM - 07:00 PMSun07:00 AM - 03:00 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., • Provide customer service to clients and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, including emergency response activities when appropriate., • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, maintaining professionalism at all times., • Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the retail or mall location and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activities and identify potential issues., • Observe and report any suspicious activity, hazards, or potential security-related concerns within the location., • Collaborate with property management and local law enforcement as needed to support security-related operations., • Maintain detailed and accurate records of incidents, patrols, and other relevant activities as required by site protocols., • At least 2 years of security-related experience is required., • A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements., • Customer service experience is preferred., • Comfort with using a 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. 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: . Requisition ID 2025-1506147