Security Officer - Transit Platform

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.

** Now Hiring Full Time Security Officers!*
* Working in conjunction with a Metropolitan Transit Task Force and our client security teams. Metro Link security professionals provide safety and security of riders on the transit light rail system, station platforms throughout the Greater St. Louis region. Customer service skills are a high priority. This is an outdoor posted position. Duties will include post security until relieved.

** Position Type:
Full Time*
* ** Pay Rate: $19.50 / Hour*
* ** Preferred Skills** :
Ability to Lift 20+ Pounds

** Requirements** : 1 year Security Experience, Computer Literacy

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* Job Schedule:

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* ** Day*
* ** Time*
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06:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Fri
06:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Sat
06:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Sun
06:00 AM - 04:00 PM

** Why Join Us:*
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** Smart Tools:
** Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.

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** Career Growth:
** Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.

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** Financial and

Health Benefits:

** Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.

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** Exclusive Perks:
** Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

** What You'll Do:*
* + Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures and following site-specific policies, including emergency response activities as appropriate.

+ Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner to support the location and its occupants.

+ Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activities and identify potential concerns.

+ Document and report any security-related incidents, hazards, or unusual situations encountered during patrols.

+ Interact professionally with visitors, employees, and/or contractors while upholding Allied Universal standards of conduct.

+ Assist local authorities and/or emergency responders as directed during incidents at the location.

+ Remain alert to potential security-related risks and communicate findings to the appropriate personnel.

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* Minimum Requirements:

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* + At least one year of security-related experience is required.

+ Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.

+ Experience using a computer or tablet is preferred.

+ Ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred.

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Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or baton 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.

** 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:
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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:
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** 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:
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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:
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** Job :*
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* Location:

** United States-Missouri-St Louis

** Job Category:
** Security Officer