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Armed Security Officer Vehicle Patrol

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $28.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
401k Plans
schedules that fit with your personal life goals
Ongoing paid training programs
Career growth opportunities
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Allied Universal is North America's leading security and facility services company, providing comprehensive and innovative solutions to clients across various industries. With a commitment to excellence, safety, and integrity, Allied Universal has established itself as a trusted partner in security and facility management. The company employs thousands of dedicated professionals who work together to create safe and secure environments for businesses, institutions, and communities. Allied Universal emphasizes a culture of collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement, offering rewarding careers that bring purpose and growth opportunities to its employees. The company prides itself on a dynamic and welcoming workplace and is committed to positively impacting the communities and customers it serves through its range of security and facility solutions.

Allied Universal is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Armed Security Officer. This role offers an excellent opportunity for veterans and those with relevant experience in law enforcement or military service. The Armed Security Officer plays a crucial role in maintaining the safety and security of the facilities they protect, acting as a visible deterrent to criminal activity and enforcing client rules and regulations. The position offers a competitive pay rate of $28.00 per hour and includes shifts during both day and overnight hours, catering to diverse scheduling needs.

In this role, Armed Security Officers are responsible for safeguarding personnel, property, and sensitive information by conducting patrols on foot, bicycle, or vehicle within and around the assigned facility. Officers must preserve order and enforce site-specific rules while maintaining proficiency in the use of assigned protective equipment, restraint devices, and weapons. Duties also include greeting guests and employees, escorting visitors and contractors, monitoring ingress and egress points, and reporting safety concerns or security breaches in accordance with site protocols.

Armed Security Officers act as first responders to emergencies, providing critical support such as assessing security alarms and administering first aid when necessary. The role demands excellent communication skills for writing clear incident reports and interacting with clients and team members. Allied Universal supports its security professionals with ongoing paid training and career development programs, helping them stay proficient and advance in their careers. This position is ideal for individuals dedicated to serving and protecting their communities with professionalism and integrity.

Job Requirements

  • Exposed firearm
  • Guard card
  • Driver's license
  • BSIS 40hrs_PTA & continued training
  • Baton
  • Pepper spray
  • Handcuffing
  • 2+ years' armed security, law enforcement, or military experience

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
  • Valid driver’s license if driving a company or customer owned vehicle
  • Prior security or related protective service experience
  • Minimum of 21 years of age (or higher if required by the state)
  • Excellent oral and written interpersonal communication skills
  • able to articulate and write clear and concise incident or situation reports
  • able to effectively convey information to the public, client representatives, and fellow employees
  • Able to complete all range qualifications and functions

Job Duties

  • Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information
  • Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information
  • Preserve order and enforces rules, regulations, and directives for the viability of the site
  • Maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons
  • Greet guests and employees, assisting where appropriate
  • escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress points, secure classified information
  • Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders, reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and verbal communication
  • Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms
  • act as a first responder in emergency situations and provide first aid as necessary

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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