Security Officer - Warehouse Patrol

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 Officer - Warehouse Patrol in Knoxville, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and stay visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will support smooth operations by observing activity, communicating clearly with team members and site contacts, and providing outstanding customer service. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and an agile, reliable, innovative mindset to every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $15.24 / 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 to our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating notifications to site leadership, Allied Universal management, and/or emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior and exterior areas, including warehouse floors, loading docks, trailer yards, parking areas, and perimeter lines; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Control access for employees, drivers, visitors, and vendors by checking identification, verifying appointments and/or delivery documentation, and directing traffic to designated check-in points.
• Monitor shipping and receiving areas for unusual activity, unsecured doors, and/or unauthorized access, and report conditions that may help to deter theft, damage, and/or disruptions.
• Perform vehicle and pedestrian screening as required by site policy, including observing for prohibited items and reporting concerns through established procedures.
• Operate and monitor security-related systems such as CCTV, intrusion alarms, radio communications, and access control systems, and document observations per site policy.
• Complete detailed reports and logs for patrols, incidents, inspections, and dispatch activity, using clear written communication and timely escalation.
• Assist with crowd and traffic flow during peak inbound and outbound periods, including staging areas for tractors, trailers, and delivery vehicles.
• Support emergency and evacuation procedures, including guiding personnel to assembly areas and maintaining accountability information when directed by site leadership.
• Maintain a professional presence and provide assistance to employees, drivers, and visitors with directions, policy questions, and general site inquiries.
• Participate in routine inspections of key areas such as gates, fencing, dock doors, and emergency equipment, and submit maintenance and work order notifications as appropriate.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

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.