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Walden Security

Walden Security Utility Officer

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States

Location
Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
Work
Not stated
Employment
Not stated
Level
Not stated
Function
Security
Pay
$18.00 an hour
Posted
Today

Pay and the market here

The top of this role’s range, $37K a year, is 61% below the median of $95K for security jobs in Tennessee (middle half $46K – $150K, 24 jobs that state pay).

5 security jobs open in Knoxville: 0% remote, 4 posted in the last 30 days.

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About the role

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The utility officer will be crossed trained at dozens of our clients. They cover medical leaves, sicknesses, vacations and open posts that do not have an officer assigned. The utility officer must have open availability with all shifts and be able to work weekends and holidays. The schedule is released 1 week prior but may be adjusted depending on situations at the posts.

Employee will need to have a valid Tennessee drivers license and driving record with no more than one occurrence in the last 5 years. (No Dui, multiple accidents or habitual offenders-MVR will be checked). Candidate must be at least 25 years old with an acceptable driving record to be covered under the Walden Security Automobile insurance. Candidate must be computer literate, adaptable, professional appearance and reliable. Some of the sites requires a fair amount of walking patrols.

Officers are paid on a weekly basis through direct deposit. Daily pay is available by request.

What You Will Do

Our Security Officers protect the Industrial or Commercial property of our clients against fire, vandalism and illegal entry.

Our clients range from Class-A Office Buildings, Luxury Residential Properties, Distilleries, Fortune 500 Companies, Financial Institutions, Telecommunications, Manufacturing/Industrial Factories, Hospitals and many others.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
  • Minimum of 25 years of age with Tennessee drivers license, clean MVR with no more than 1 at fault occurrence
  • Open availability
  • Ability to pass criminal background check and drug test
  • Complete security license training

Same Day Offers: interview with the hiring team and receive an offer to join us the same day!

  • Extensive Training: Our initial training paves the way for you to earn your Security Officer Certification. Walden Security has been recognized by Training Magazine as a Top 100 Award Winner which is awarded to companies with the most successful learning and development programs in the world!
  • Unbelievable PERKS!: Save on phone, vacation, auto, retailers and more!
  • Tuition Reimbursement: we believe in the professional development of our team members and provide annual reimbursement opportunities.
  • Employee Family Scholarship: To date, Walden Security has awarded more than $300,000 in Employee Family Scholarships!
  • Paid Time Off: offered to employees that average at least 32 hours per week
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: multiple plan options for you and your dependents
  • Health Savings Account: pay for health care more easily
  • Voluntary Life Insurance: affordable plans available
  • 401K: prepare for your retirement
  • Employee Assistance Program: we offer free, confidential assistance for many of your life’s needs
  • Employee Recognition Programs: we believe in celebrating the “wins” with our Walden Security team. We reward the hard work and dedication of our employees through Tenure Recognition, On-The-Spot Bonuses, Officer of the Month and Officer of the Year recognitions which include awards and bonuses
  • Culture of Caring: Walden Security supports many charitable organizations
  • Award Winning Company: Walden Security has earned significant recognition for our better working environment for our officers, better service to our customers and a dedication to quality performance standards.
  • Promote From Within Philosophy: Walden Security offers growth opportunities for our team members who are Setting the Standard by Setting the Example®
  • Flexible Schedules: We offer flexible scheduling with multiple shifts available including First, Second, Third and Weekend Shifts
  • Competitive Pay!

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Pay Rate

$18—$18 USD

We offer every employee — from executive managers to administrative support to security professionals — unique and generous benefits, as well as opportunities for career growth.

So if you’re ready to embark on a meaningful career with one of the nation’s most dynamic and fastest growing security companies, apply with Walden Security today.

Source

Posted by Walden Security on their own hiring page, job-boards.greenhouse.io. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 08 Nov 2026 12:34 UTC; the original is the reference.

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