Security Officer Unarmed Retail
Allied Universal · Houston, TX · 1 mo ago
On-siteInformation Technology$15/hrFull-time
About the role
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 Unarmed Retail in Houston, TX (zip code 77023), you will serve and safeguard clients in retail/mall environments. This is a full‑time position requiring a valid driver’s license.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to clients, shoppers, and store personnel by carrying out security‑related procedures, location‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner.
- Conduct regular and random patrols throughout retail sales areas, entrances, exits, parking areas, loading zones, and the business perimeter to help identify security‑related concerns.
- Monitor for unusual activity, report observations to appropriate store contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership, and document incidents according to location procedures.
- Assist with access control, delivery and vendor activity, and other security‑related duties as assigned at the retail location.
Requirements
- A valid driver’s license is required (in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy).
- A guard card or license is preferred.
- Must be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles (21+ for armed roles).
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
- 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 may be required prior to employment.
- A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.
Benefits
- Smart Tools: Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial and Health Benefits: Retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Exclusive Perks: Discounts on top brands and services through the Perks Program.
Pay
$15.00 per hour
Schedule
Monday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Tuesday–Friday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM