Security Guard - Unarmed Perimeter Watch

About the position

As a Security Guard - Unarmed Perimeter Watch in Sunnyvale, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a busy retail and mall location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to concerns with calm, professional communication. You will support a welcoming shopper experience while documenting activity and working closely with site teams. Join a company that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity at the core.

Responsibilities
• Provide customer service to clients and guests at a retail location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the retail sales floor, common areas, back-of-house spaces, entrances and/or exterior perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by site.
• Monitor access points, report suspicious activity and help to deter theft and/or unauthorized entry through high-visibility presence and routine observations.
• Respond to incidents, alarms and/or requests for assistance in a calm, problem-solving manner, and complete timely written reports and notifications to site leadership.
• Support store operations during peak traffic periods by assisting with queue management, wayfinding and de-escalation of disruptive behavior while maintaining a professional, customer-focused demeanor.

Requirements
• Have at least 1 or more years of security-related experience.
• 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.

Nice-to-haves
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• X-ray screening experience is preferred.

Benefits
• 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.