PEV Security Flex Officer

About the role

Allied Universal, a security and facility services company, is hiring a PEV Security Flex Officer in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The officer serves and safeguards clients and their property, working irregular shifts with little to no advance notice. The position is part-time, pays $18 per hour starting, and is eligible for a pay increase once screening and training are completed. The schedule varies weekly, starting Saturday to Sunday from 5am to 5pm.

Key responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or call the police or fire department in case of fire or unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rules such as loitering, smoking or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter, monitor entrances and exits, and observe departing personnel to prevent theft
• Investigate and report accidents, incidents and suspicious activity, keeping written logs
• Aid customers, employees and visitors courteously and make emergency notifications as required by site orders

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience; no prior experience required
• At least 18 years old (21 if armed)
• State, county or city issued security license required; licensing depends on state and local law
• Valid driver's license if driving a company or customer-owned vehicle
• Subject to background investigation and drug screen as permitted by law
• Preferred: TSA-issued TWIC (bring birth certificate or passport if no TWIC), customer service experience, screener experience, and willingness to work in Fort Lauderdale and Miami

Required skills

• Comfortable using a computer or tablet
• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors
• Effective oral and written communication, active listening and problem solving
• Preferred: ability to speak, read and write in multiple languages (e.g. Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic); prior security, military or law enforcement experience

What we offer

• $18 starting hourly pay, with eligibility for a pay increase after screening and training
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Company retirement plans
• Seven paid holidays at time and a half if worked
• Vacation after one year of employment at eligible assignments