Security Guard - Patrol Driver Weekends

Security Guard - Patrol Driver Weekends


Company
Allied Universal
Location
Bronx, NY
Job Type
Part-time
Posted
1 day ago
Via
Allied Universal

Job Description
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 - 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:
Day
Time

Sat
12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

Sun
12:00 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.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs

Q What is the federal minimum wage for security guard jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for security guards in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of January 1 2026. Non-exempt security guards must receive overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours over 40 in a workweek under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Q How many hours per week can a security guard work before overtime applies in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, security guards receive overtime after 40 hours in a workweek at 1.5 times their regular rate as of 2026. Employers must pay this rate for every additional hour and maintain records for at least three years.
Q What education and experience are required to qualify for security guard jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, most security guard positions require a high school diploma or equivalent and no prior experience as of 2026. Employers often provide on-the-job training lasting 1 to 3 weeks before assignment.
Q What documents are needed to apply for a security guard job in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must provide a valid government-issued photo ID, Social Security card, and completed Form I-9 by the first day of employment as of 2026. Many states also require submission of a state-issued guard registration card before starting work.
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