Security Guard - Gatehouse

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more for most full-time positions!

As a Security Professional - Access Patrol in Tampa, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage and more .

In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring and patrolling designated areas within a food and beverage location, helping to deter security-related incidents. Your presence will be crucial in maintaining a secure environment, and you will engage with individuals to provide exceptional customer service and clear communication. This position may require an armed guard card/license, and experience with access control and badge systems is preferred. Our team values agility, reliability, and innovation, and we prioritize a caring culture that puts people first, delivering results through teamwork and integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $16.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Responsibilities:

Provide customer service by implementing access control procedures and adhering to site-specific policies.
• Assist in responding to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and its perimeter, adapting to varying environments and conditions.
• Engage in emergency response activities when appropriate, following established protocols.
• Help to deter unauthorized access and activities by maintaining a visible presence and monitoring the premises.
• Document and report any security-related incidents or suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to maintain a secure and orderly environment.
• Participate in training sessions to stay updated on best practices and procedures related to access control and incident response.

Minimum Requirements:

• Florida Security Professional Guard Card required.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License; this is preferred but not mandatory.
• Possess a Guard Card/License; this is preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience with Access Control/Badge systems is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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.

Perks and Benefits:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues, and much more...

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.