Armed Patrol Driver — Houston Security Specialist

Allied Universal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal seeks a Security Officer Armed Patrol Driver Texas Certified in Houston, TX to provide customer service, deter incidents, and respond to security concerns within a retail environment.

The role requires a Level III Armed Certification, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work daytime shifts. You will conduct patrols, monitor access points, and maintain incident logs while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or 5+ years of armed security experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Possess a Level III Armed Certification in Texas.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to customers, employees, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a retail grocery location.
• Respond to incidents, customer disturbances, medical situations, and other critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the store, parking areas, loading zones, and perimeter to help deter theft, trespassing, and other unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points, observe customer and employee activity, and report suspicious behavior, policy violations, hazards, and incidents to appropriate site contacts and/or law enforcement.
• Maintain required reports, activity logs, and incident documentation while handling assigned equipment in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and training.

Skills

Customer service

Armed security

Patrol driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal seeks a Security Officer Armed Patrol Driver Texas Certified in Houston, TX to provide customer service, deter incidents, and respond to security concerns within a retail environment.

The role requires a Level III Armed Certification, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work daytime shifts. You will conduct patrols, monitor access points, and maintain incident logs while upholding safety standards.