Security Officer Driving Patrol in Los Angeles, CA

Job title from Allied Universal: Security Officer Driving Patrol

Source: Allied Universal job site (securitycareers-aus.icims.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Oct 21, 2026.

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License in California

To work as a security guard in California you need the Security Guard Registration (guard card), issued by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS), California Department of Consumer Affairs.

Minimum age: 18.

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How the pay compares

This job pays USD 0.93 an hour less than the typical USD 20.93 an hour for security guard jobs in Los Angeles, CA (110 jobs that list the pay).

This job pays USD 2.00 an hour less than the typical USD 22.00 an hour for security guard jobs in California (1419 jobs that list the pay).

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About Allied Universal here

Allied Universal has 110 more open security guard jobs in Los Angeles, CA.

Typical pay at Allied Universal in California: USD 21.75 an hour (1075 jobs that list the pay).

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Job description from Allied Universal

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 Officer Driving Patrol in Los Angeles, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As a Front Desk Security Professional, you will serve as a welcoming, visible presence at a residential community, supporting access control, visitor management, and clear communication with residents, guests, and staff. You will help maintain a secure environment through attentive monitoring and prompt response to security-related concerns. This driving position offers an opportunity to represent Allied Universal’s caring, reliable, and integrity-driven culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSat11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSun11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide exceptional customer service to residents, visitors, vendors, and staff at a multifamily residential location while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and policies.
  • Serve as a professional front desk presence by greeting visitors, verifying access as directed, managing visitor sign-in processes, and directing guests to appropriate areas.
  • Monitor access points, cameras, alarms, and/or other assigned systems, reporting suspicious activity, maintenance concerns, or policy violations to appropriate personnel.
  • Respond to incidents, resident concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures.
  • Maintain accurate logs, reports, keys, packages, and other front desk records while communicating clearly with residents, property staff, and emergency responders as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Supervisory experience is required.
  • A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
  • At least 5 years of security-related experience is required.
  • Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
  • Customer service experience is preferred.
  • 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.

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.

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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

2026-1687005

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