Security Guard - Experience Required - Armed

Job Description

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands-on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.

How This Role Works

Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.

Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick-up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full-time the next. It’s all up to you.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a transportation location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and local authorities when needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout rail, terminal, yard, and/or perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and report unauthorized entry attempts, trespassing concerns, and/or suspicious behavior in accordance with site protocols.
• Support cargo, equipment, and/or infrastructure protection efforts by observing high-traffic and restricted areas, preparing activity reports, and relaying important information to supervisors and site personnel.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess at least 2 years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Why Join Us

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Benefits

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.

Schedule

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build-up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Pay

Pay Rate: $20.60 / Hour

Schedule

Job Schedule: DayTime, Fri 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM, Sat 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:

• At least 2 years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.
• An armed guard card or license.
• A valid driver’s license.
• At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.

Skills

Skills required for this role include:

• Customer service skills.
• Ability to respond calmly and problem-solve in emergencies.
• Knowledge of security procedures and site-specific policies.
• Ability to conduct armed patrols and monitor access points.
• Ability to prepare activity reports and relay important information.

Benefits

• Access to industry-specific security training programs.
• 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.

Company Information

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

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.