Armed Security Officer - Rail Patrol Protection

About the role

As an Armed Security Officer - Rail Patrol Protection in Los Angeles, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide professional customer service and communication at a government transportation location.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to passengers, employees, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at public transportation locations.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit facilities, platforms, parking areas, offices, and surrounding perimeters to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points, observe public areas for unusual conditions or behavior, and report security-related concerns in accordance with site procedures.
• Complete accurate incident reports, daily activity logs, and other required documentation while maintaining a professional presence.

Requirements

• Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Baton certification is highly preferred; if selected, you will be required to obtain one before orientation.
• Handcuffing and OC Spray certification is preferred.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Participate in site-specific security training process; failure to pass or complete required training may result in reassignment or removal.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Pay

$28.41 / hour

Schedule

• Monday: 01:00 PM - 09:30 PM
• Tuesday: 01:00 PM - 09:30 PM
• Wednesday: 01:00 PM - 09:30 PM
• Thursday: 01:00 PM - 09:30 PM
• Sunday: 01:00 PM - 09:30 PM

Benefits

• Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Discounts on top brands and services through the Perks Program.