Security Officer - Data Center Driver 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 Officer - Data Center Driver Patrol in Santa Clara, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal at a leading tech location as an unarmed patrol officer in a driving post. You will complete routine patrols, maintain a visible presence that helps to discourage security-related incidents, support access control, and document observations and/or concerns with clear communication. Working with a caring, people-first team, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and an agile, reliable approach while delivering standout customer service to employees and visitors.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $29.30 / 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 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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, contractors, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a technology office and campus location.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, labs, common areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify maintenance, access control, and policy concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, visitor authorizations, and deliveries in accordance with site requirements, directing individuals to appropriate check-in locations as needed.
• Respond to alarms, calls for service, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site contacts and public responders when required.
• Observe and report unusual conditions, policy violations, and suspicious behavior, documenting findings and escalating issues through the established chain of command.
• Assist with incident management by completing detailed reports, maintaining activity logs, and preserving information for follow-up, as required by site procedures.
• Support security-related screening and badging processes as directed, including checking packages and equipment movements per site policy.
• Provide general assistance such as answering questions, giving directions, and helping manage crowd flow during meetings, shift changes, and special events.
• Operate site-specific systems such as radios, access control tools, and video monitoring platforms when assigned, reporting issues for service and follow-up.
• Follow post orders, client instructions, and Allied Universal expectations for appearance, conduct, and professionalism while working independently and/or as part of a team.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1+ years of security experience.
• Be 21+ years of age.
• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• 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.

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