Security Professional - Flex Regional Transit

Overview

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 Flex Security Officers for Transit Platforms!

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

Job Schedule:

Fri 04:00 PM – 11:00 PM;
Sun 02:00 PM – 10:00 PM

• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior areas, entrances, parking areas, and the perimeter to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Control access by checking identification, issuing visitor credentials, maintaining visitor logs, and directing guests to appropriate destinations per site procedures.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and other security-related systems, and report irregular conditions to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, calling for medical assistance, and coordinating with local responders when needed.
• Complete daily activity logs and incident reports with clear, accurate details, and communicate pertinent information during shift turnover.
• Conduct building and property checks for unsecured doors, propped entrances, suspicious items, and maintenance concerns, and report findings through the appropriate channels.
• Support site operations by providing way finding, answering questions, and assisting with crowd and/or queue management during peak periods or special events.

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• At this site there are limited on-site facilities such as portable toilets and rustic guard shacks.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Having access control and/or badge experience 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.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

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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