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Security Guard Business Office Mobile Patrol Driver
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 Guard Part Time Mobile Patrol Driver in New Hyde Park, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, 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 a Security Officer at a commercial real estate location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for tenants and visitors. This driving post requires a valid driver’s license. Deliver exceptional customer service and clear communication while embodying Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, caring, teamwork-focused, and integrity-driven values.
Position Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at a commercial real estate location.
- Respond to incidents, tenant concerns, access issues, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and actions taken according to site procedures.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the property, including building interiors, common areas, parking areas, exterior grounds, and perimeter locations, to help deter unauthorized activity.
- Monitor access points, observe visitor and contractor activity, and report maintenance concerns, hazards, or unusual conditions to appropriate site contacts.
- Maintain clear and professional communication with tenants, property management, visitors, and Allied Universal leadership while completing required reports and shift documentation.
Minimum 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.
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.
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
2026-1682509
Security Guard Business Office Mobile Patrol Driver
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 Guard Part Time Mobile Patrol Driver in New Hyde Park, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, 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 a Security Officer at a commercial real estate location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for tenants and visitors. This driving post requires a valid driver’s license. Deliver exceptional customer service and clear communication while embodying Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, caring, teamwork-focused, and integrity-driven values.
Position Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at a commercial real estate location.
- Respond to incidents, tenant concerns, access issues, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and actions taken according to site procedures.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the property, including building interiors, common areas, parking areas, exterior grounds, and perimeter locations, to help deter unauthorized activity.
- Monitor access points, observe visitor and contractor activity, and report maintenance concerns, hazards, or unusual conditions to appropriate site contacts.
- Maintain clear and professional communication with tenants, property management, visitors, and Allied Universal leadership while completing required reports and shift documentation.
Minimum 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.
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.
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
2026-1682509
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Who's Hiring
- Allied Universal684
- GardaWorld Security Services US99
- PalAmerican Security45
- Admiral Security Services30
- Strategic Security22
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security guard jobs.
- Valid state security guard license or registration card
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience preferred
- CPR and first aid certification
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
- Familiarity with access control systems and incident reporting procedures
Tips for Your Security Guard Job Search
List your certifications front and center
Employers scan for state guard card numbers, CPR certifications, and armed endorsements before reading anything else on a security resume. Put those credentials in a dedicated section at the top, not buried in work history.
Tailor your resume to the post type
A retail loss prevention role and a hospital security role read very differently. Swap in the specific environment, access control systems, and incident types relevant to each posting so hiring managers see an exact fit, not a generic applicant.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists security guard openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by shift type to find real matches
Many security guard postings specify overnight, rotating, or weekend shifts that most candidates filter out. Targeting those openings reduces competition significantly and gets your application in front of employers who are actively struggling to fill those slots.
Prepare a clear use-of-force scenario answer
Almost every security interview asks how you handled or would handle a confrontation. Rehearse one real or practice scenario using the situation-action-result format, staying within your authority level and the employer's stated post orders.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Overnight and weekend differential pay, uniform allowances, and overtime policies vary widely between employers. Ask about these specifics during the offer stage because they can meaningfully change your total compensation without touching the base wage.
Security Guard Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most security guards?
The most active employers for security guards right now are Allied Universal, GardaWorld Security Services US, and PalAmerican Security, and the most openings are in New York, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Contract security firms and large healthcare systems tend to post the highest volume of openings year-round.
How many security guard jobs are remote?
About 1% of security guard openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, since most posts require a physical presence on site. The exceptions tend to be remote monitoring roles, where guards operate surveillance systems and coordinate responses from a central operations center rather than patrolling in person.
How do you become a security guard?
Start by confirming your state's licensing requirements, which typically involve completing a state-approved training course covering legal authority, emergency response, and report writing. After passing the training, apply for your state guard card and submit to a background check. Once licensed, you can apply for unarmed posts immediately, while armed roles require an additional firearms qualification and permit.
Can you get hired as a security guard with no experience?
Many entry-level security guard roles are open to candidates with no prior security experience, particularly unarmed positions at retail, residential, and event venues. Employers focus heavily on reliability, a clean background, and your state license. Highlighting customer service, military, or first responder experience helps, and completing a CPR certification before applying strengthens your application noticeably.
What does the security guard interview process look like?
Most security guard interviews run one to two rounds, starting with a phone screen to verify your license status and availability. An in-person or video interview follows, typically with a site supervisor who asks scenario-based questions about handling confrontations, reporting incidents, and following post orders. Some employers also conduct a brief site walkthrough so you understand the physical demands of the specific post before accepting an offer.
Where can I find and apply to security guard jobs?
You can find and apply to security guard jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your license type, preferred shift, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your situation.
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