How to hire a patrol driver

How to hire a patrol driver, step by step

Here's a step-by-step patrol driver hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a patrol driver job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new patrol driver
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a patrol driver, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect patrol driver also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list presents patrol driver salaries for various positions.

   Type of Patrol Driver	Description	Hourly rate
   Patrol Driver	Security guards and gaming surveillance officers patrol and protect property against theft, vandalism, terrorism, and illegal activity.	$12-20
   Security	A Security's main responsibility is to keep people or an establishment safe. This responsibility is carried out by constantly patrolling a designated area and monitoring the activity within the premises... Show more	$11-20
   Security/Customer Service	A security/customer service is primarily in charge of enforcing security protocols in business establishments to prevent theft and protect properties and individuals. Part of their daily responsibilities is to patrol areas, keep an eye out for any suspicious activities or behavior, monitor security systems and cameras, and conduct regular inspections... Show more	$11-19

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Patrol
   • Customer Service
   • Emergency Situations
   • Narrative Reports
   • Security Services
   • Property Damage
   • Safety Hazards
   • Fire Hazards
   • Traffic Control
   • Patrol Vehicle
   • Incident Reports
   • Foot Patrol
   • Law Enforcement
   • Client Properties

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage surveillance of DUI traffic offenders in Jacksonville
   • Patrol an assign area in a radio-dispatch patrol vehicle to establish a strong security presence.
   • Patrol assign region according to post/patrol orders.
   • Maintain a standard of punctuality and dependability of attendance and retain myself cleanliness, tidiness, neatness and appropriately attire.
   • Trust to operate and monitor x-ray scanning and magnetometer scanning equipment
   • Provide safe ride for U.S. diplomats, VIP visitors, and representatives of U.S. Embassy.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your patrol driver job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A patrol driver salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, patrol drivers' average salary in mississippi is 50% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level patrol drivers earn 37% less than senior-level patrol drivers.
   • Certifications. A patrol driver with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a patrol driver's salary.

   Average patrol driver salary

   $16.79hourly

   $34,928 yearly

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   Entry-level patrol driver salary

   $27,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 16, 2026

   Average patrol driver salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Washington	$48,300	$23
   2	Virginia	$43,677	$21
   3	New York	$41,658	$20
   4	Massachusetts	$41,296	$20
   5	California	$38,885	$19
   6	Illinois	$38,504	$19
   7	Colorado	$38,354	$18
   8	Connecticut	$36,580	$18
   9	North Carolina	$36,483	$18
   10	Wisconsin	$35,998	$17
   11	Michigan	$34,963	$17
   12	Nevada	$34,657	$17
   13	Arizona	$34,527	$17
   14	Kansas	$34,355	$17
   15	Oklahoma	$34,030	$16
   16	Ohio	$32,348	$16
   17	Indiana	$32,313	$16
   18	Florida	$31,087	$15
   19	Texas	$30,244	$15
   20	Georgia	$29,305	$14

   Average patrol driver salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	King County	$41,319	$19.86	4
   2	Wsp USA Buildings Inc.	$37,786	$18.17	6
   3	Command Security	$34,724	$16.69	37
   4	Allied Universal	$34,572	$16.62
   5	VSS Security Services	$33,492	$16.10
   6	GardaWorld Federal Services	$32,617	$15.68	738
   7	Allied Security Holdings LLC	$31,952	$15.36	6

4. Writing a patrol driver job description

   A good patrol driver job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a patrol driver job description:

   Patrol driver job description example

   Allied Universal , North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, 401K, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for all full-time positions!
   **Security Officer - Patrol Business Complex**
   
   **Location: Soquel, CA.**
   
   **Schedule: Full Time, Graveyard/Overnight Shifts, W-TH-F-Sat-Sun**
   
   **Perks: Competitive Pay, Weekly and Daily Pay, Growth Opportunities, and Benefit Package**
   
   **Pay Rate: $19.01 / hr**
   
   As a Security Patrol Driver, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.
   
   **Responsibilities:**
   
   + Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
   
   + Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
   
   + Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
   
   **Minimum 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, or 5 years of verifiable experience
   
   + 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
   
   **Perks and Benefits:**
   
   + Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
   
   + Flexible part time and full-time schedules that fit with your personal life goals
   
   + Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
   
   + Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more...
   
   **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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices . PPO14417
   
   **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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices . PPO14417
   
   
   **Location:** United States-California-Santa Cruz
   
   **Job Category:** Security Officer

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right patrol driver for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your patrol driver job on Zippia to find and recruit patrol driver candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit patrol drivers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new patrol driver

   Once you've selected the best patrol driver candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new patrol driver. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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