Security Officer - Armed Patrol Specialist

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.

As a Security Officer - Armed Patrol Specialist in Jacksonville, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. Join Allied Universal as an armed patrol officer supporting a critical utilities location. You will conduct routine patrols, remain highly visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and manage access control and badge checks while providing clear, professional customer service. This armed post requires an armed guard card or license. Bring your integrity and teamwork to a culture that is agile, reliable, innovative, and people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to facility personnel, contractors, and visitors by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a utilities location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, substations, parking areas, and perimeter fencing to help to deter unauthorized entry, vandalism, and theft.
• Monitor access points, verify identification and/or work authorization, and help manage vehicle and pedestrian traffic in accordance with post orders.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site leadership and public responders as directed.
• Complete accurate reports and logs, document unusual activity, and communicate relevant information during shift change and/or through established notification procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 1 or more years of armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Client requires proof of a high school diploma and/or GED.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• 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.
• 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.

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 difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.