Security Guard - Government Site

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 Guard - Government Site in Mountain View, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal on an unarmed patrol post supporting a government transportation location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, stay highly visible to help deter security-related incidents, and assist riders and staff with clear, respectful communication. You will document observations, respond to calls for service, and escalate concerns through teamwork, reliability, and integrity in a caring, people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.83 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at government transportation facilities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, contacting appropriate personnel and/or public responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of stations, platforms, parking areas, administrative buildings, and perimeter areas; working conditions may vary by location.
• Control access by observing and screening visitors, contractors, and deliveries, and/or verifying identification and authorized access where applicable.
• Complete security-related reports and logs, document unusual activity, and communicate observations to Allied Universal supervision and site leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• At this site there are limited on-site facilities such as portable toilets and rustic guard shacks.
• A guard card/license is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
• 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: 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.