Mobile patrol security officer
Dallas–Fort Worth

Mobile Patrol
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Overview & Duties
Role Overview

What Does a Mobile Patrol Officer Do?

Mobile patrol officers conduct security rounds across multiple sites using a company vehicle. Rather than being stationed at a single location, patrol officers cover assigned routes — checking properties, responding to alarms, and providing a visible security presence across a geographic area.

Common assignments include apartment complexes, commercial properties, construction sites, retail centers, and industrial parks. Officers typically work solo and are responsible for managing their route, documenting activity, and responding to incidents as they arise.

Mobile patrol is a physically active role requiring a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. Many positions include both daytime and overnight shifts, with overnight routes being the most common.

Duties

Common Duties & Responsibilities

  • Drive assigned patrol routes on a set schedule
  • Conduct exterior checks of buildings, gates, and parking lots
  • Respond to alarms, disturbances, and suspicious activity
  • Lock and unlock facilities as required
  • Monitor and report vandalism, trespassing, and property damage
  • Write detailed patrol logs and incident reports
  • Coordinate with law enforcement and dispatch when required
  • Provide a visible deterrent across multiple client sites
Compensation

Typical Pay & Salary Range

Entry Level
$15–18/hr
~$31k–37k/yr
Experienced
$18–24/hr
~$37k–50k/yr
Armed / Senior
$24–30/hr
~$50k–62k/yr
Requirements & Experience
Requirements

Training & Credential Requirements

Valid Texas Security License (Level II or higher)
Valid driver's license with clean driving record — required
Clean criminal background check
Armed License (Level III) — required for armed patrol roles
CPR / First Aid certification (preferred by most employers)

Requirements vary by employer and site. Verify directly with the hiring company.

Experience

Experience Requirements

  • Entry-level patrol roles available for candidates with a valid license and clean driving record
  • 1–2 years of prior security or law enforcement experience preferred by most employers
  • Military or police background is a strong advantage for senior and armed patrol positions
  • Comfort working independently with minimal supervision is consistently valued
  • Physical requirements include extended driving, walking exterior inspections, and remaining alert during overnight shifts
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