Security Guard - Patrol Driver Weekends

Security Guard - Patrol Driver Weekends

New York, United States

Company
Allied Universal
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Part-time
Salary
23 an hour
Posted
13 hours ago
Via
LinkedIn

Job Description
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.

Job Description

As a Security Guard - Patrol Driver Weekends in Bronx, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a financial institution location, you will conduct routine foot and/or vehicle patrols, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and support employees and visitors with clear communication and customer service. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver's license. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $23.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeSat12:00 AM - 08:00 AMSun12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

Why Join Us
• 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.

What You'll Do
• Provide customer service to clients at a financial institution location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, and the perimeter, observing for unusual activity, unsecured doors, and/or conditions that may require attention.
• Monitor access points and lobby or public areas, greet visitors, assist with directions, and help verify authorization for entry and/or services in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or customer concerns in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site management, emergency services, and/or Allied Universal supervision as needed.
• Complete required reports and logs such as patrol activity, incident documentation, and/or shift handoff notes, and communicate pertinent information to the appropriate contacts.

Minimum Requirements
• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• A New York State Security Guard License is required.
• At least 1 year of security experience is required.
• Client requires proof of a high school diploma or GED.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.

Closing

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 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: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2026-1547008
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs in United States

Q What is the median annual salary for security guards in the United States in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median annual wage for security guards at $37,860 in May 2023, projected to $41,500 in 2026 based on 3% annual wage growth. Entry-level wages start at $29,190 annually, while experienced guards earn up to $60,180. Full-time positions average 2,080 hours per year at $20 per hour.
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USCIS issues H-2B visas for temporary non-agricultural roles like unarmed security guards, with a FY2026 base cap of 66,000 visas plus up to 64,716 supplemental. Employers must file DOL Form ETA-9142B certification proving insufficient US workers. Processing fee is $530 per petition as of 2026.
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DOL mandates Form I-9 employment eligibility verification using List A (e.g., US passport) or List B+C (e.g., driver's license + Social Security card). Most employers require a state ID, resume, and criminal background check costing $50 average. Drug test is standard for 75% of positions.
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