Security Patrol Officer

Mobile Patrol Security Officer (Level II)

Signal of Austin | Austin, TX | $20.00 – $21.00 / hour

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-activity environment? Are you alert, self-driven, and ready to stay moving throughout your shift?

This is not a static post, this is an active, mobile patrol role where you’ll be driving, walking, observing, and documenting continuously throughout the night.

If you take pride in being proactive, detail-oriented, and dependable, this could be a great fit.

We provide paid, hands-on training and ongoing development to set you up for success. Your motivation and work ethic will open the door to advancement opportunities within the company.

Benefits

• Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability (after 30 days)
• Up to $3,500 tuition assistance
• Paid training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ongoing professional development (50+ industry courses provided)

Schedule

• Overnight shifts required
• Standard shift: 8:00 PM – 6:00 AM
• Shift end times are not guaranteed; officers are expected to stay until all assigned patrols and reports are completed
• Includes weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts

Your Night Looks Like…

• Start your shift by checking in with your team for updates on properties, incidents, and priorities
• Conduct a vehicle inspection and ensure all equipment is ready (phone, flashlight, keys, etc.)
• Patrol multiple properties throughout your shift (often 30–40 stops per night)

At each property, you will:

• Notify your team of arrival and begin your patrol
• Exit the vehicle and conduct foot patrols of key areas
• Check for:
• • Safety/security issues
  • Property damage or tampering
  • Unauthorized access or after-hours activity
  • Community policy violations
• Complete a vehicle patrol of the property to identify suspicious activity, vehicle break-ins, or loitering

Throughout your shift, you will:

• Write detailed, real-time reports for every property visited
• Use a mobile app for navigation, reporting, and team communication
• Activate and use a body camera while on-site
• Contact emergency services when necessary

After each stop:

• Submit your report
• Notify your team you are clear
• Move immediately to the next property

This is a high-movement, high-accountability role where you will be driving, walking, observing, and reporting continuously for the duration of your shift.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Strong driving record
• Highly alert and situationally aware
• Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated
• Comfortable working independently overnight
• Strong attention to detail and report writing skills
• Able to adapt quickly to changing situations
• Takes pride in professionalism and appearance
• Tech-comfortable (smartphone apps, reporting tools)
• Military or law enforcement background

Requirements & Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation
• Texas Level II Security License (required)
• Ability to pass background check, MVR check, and drug screening
• Working smartphone with data (required for reporting and communication)
• Ability to sit, walk quickly, drive, and remain alert for at least 10 hours

About Signal of Austin

Each Signal franchise is independently owned and operated. You are applying for work with a franchisee of Signal of Austin, not Signal, LLC. Signal is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a policy of non-discrimination in all terms and conditions of employment.