Security Guard Needed - Lakewood, CA

Posted on: 04-13-2026 08:15 AM PST

Job Description:

Join Allied Universal as an unarmed mobile patrol officer at a busy retail mall location, where you will drive between assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, remain highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to guest and tenant needs with clear communication and customer service
You will document observations using site technology and partner with the team to support a welcoming environment, reflecting our agile, reliable, innovative, and integrity-driven culture
Provide customer service to visitors, tenants, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a retail mall location
Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting with disruptive individuals, medical calls, and property damage reports
Conduct regular and random patrols of interior common areas, exterior perimeter, parking areas, and loading or service corridors to help to deter unwanted activity and/or identify maintenance or hazard concerns for site management
Monitor access points and high-traffic areas, support tenant needs such as escorts and lost and found assistance, and help manage crowd flow during peak shopping hours and special events
Document patrols, incidents, and observations in written reports and/or electronic logs, and communicate timely updates to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts

Job Requirements:

A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements
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

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JOB-70178

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