Security Officer Flex Airport Access Control

Security Officer Flex Airport Access Control

Apply to join Allied Universal as a Security Officer Flex Airport Access Control.

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose. 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.

• Pay rate: $21.00 per hour.
• Location: Santa Ana, California.
• Benefits: Excellent benefits and career growth opportunities.

The Security Professional Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients across industries such as Healthcare, Education, Finance and more. As a Flex Officer you’ll use our shift‑pickup platform to view and claim open shifts based on your availability, giving you the freedom to build a schedule that works for you while gaining valuable site experience. The role may require working irregular shifts with little to no advance notice.

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle.
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized removal of property meets client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required.
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders.

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment, subject to state and/or local laws.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company or customer‑owned vehicle.
• Subject to background investigation and, where permitted, drug screening.
• No prior experience required.
• Be at least 18 years of age (or 21 years if armed).
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments.
• Operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately.
• Active listening and problem‑solving skills.
• Assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Teamwork.
• Attention to detail.

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic).
• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience.

• Health insurance and 401(k) 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 restaurants, entertainment venues, and 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, or protected veteran status.

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