Security Officer - Tech Campus Patrol Driver

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 - Tech Campus Patrol Driver 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 as an unarmed, driving Patrol Officer supporting a leading tech environment. You will conduct routine patrols across buildings and grounds, maintain a visible presence that helps reduce security-related incidents, and respond to alarms and service calls with clear communication and customer-focused support. Bring your agility and integrity to a team that is reliable, innovative, and people-first, collaborating to deliver a professional experience every shift.

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 and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating to site leadership and/or emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout offices, labs, data rooms, parking areas, loading areas, and the exterior perimeter, with working conditions varying by location.
• Monitor access points and help to deter unauthorized entry by verifying credentials, directing visitors to proper check-in, and documenting access issues per site policy.
• Operate security-related systems such as access control, CCTV, and alarm panels, reporting irregular activity and following post orders for response.
• Complete detailed shift activity reports, incident reports, and patrol documentation in a timely manner using required tools and formats.
• Assist with visitor management by confirming appointments, issuing temporary badges per site policy, and communicating with hosts and/or reception as needed.
• Support protection of property and assets by observing for suspicious activity, unsecured doors, tailgating, and other policy violations, then taking appropriate action consistent with post orders.
• Coordinate with Allied Universal leadership, client contacts, and/or local responders during alarms, medical events, fire-related conditions, and other urgent situations.
• Maintain a professional presence at all times, providing directions, answering questions, and helping resolve customer service concerns while adhering to confidentiality expectations common in technology locations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.

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.