Allied Universal is hiring: Security Officer - Manufacturing Patrols in Newport
Allied Universal, Newport News, VA, US
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 Officer - Manufacturing Patrols** in **Newport News, VA** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas within a manufacturing and industrial location. Your presence helps to deter security-related incidents while you provide exceptional customer service and clear communication. You will conduct regular patrols and remain visible, upholding our values of teamwork, integrity, and a people-first approach. Join us to be part of an agile and innovative team committed to making a positive impact every day.
- *Position Type: Full Time**
- *Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour**
- *Job Schedule:**
- *Day** **Time**
- **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.
- Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, as well as responding to emergency situations when appropriate.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
- Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the manufacturing and industrial location and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity.
- Observe and report any suspicious behavior, hazards, or security-related incidents encountered during patrols.
- Collaborate with site personnel and/or emergency responders as needed to address incidents or concerns.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of daily activities, incidents, and/or irregularities encountered during shifts.
- Follow all Allied Universal and site-specific protocols to support a secure environment for personnel and visitors.
- At least one year of security-related experience is required.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- A valid guard card or security license is preferred.
- Experience with access control or badge systems 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.
- *Job ID:** 2025-1498013
- *Location:** United States-Virginia-Newport News
- *Job Category:** Security Officer