Armed Patrol Driver — Security Officer (Full-Time)

Allied Universal; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement Savings Plan

Health insurance and dental

Job summary

Allied Universal, Vandalia, OH, is seeking a Security Officer - Armed Patrol Driver to protect clients across multiple locations. The role emphasizes visible deterrence, routine armed patrols, and responsive incident handling at an aerospace/defense site.

Minimum requirements include two years in security, one year armed experience, an armed guard card, and a Secret clearance. A valid license and high school diploma are required; background checks and drug screening apply.

Qualifications

• Possess at least two years of security-related experience.
• Possess at least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Possess an active Department of Defense Secret clearance.
• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols around the business and perimeter, including access points, parking areas, and exterior areas.
• Monitor for unusual activity, report observations, and document incidents in accordance with site-specific procedures.
• Maintain a professional presence that helps to deter unauthorized activity while following applicable policies and procedures.

Skills

Armed security experience

Customer service

Patrol driving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Armed guard card

Driver's license

DoD Secret clearance

Job description

Allied Universal, Vandalia, OH, is seeking a Security Officer - Armed Patrol Driver to protect clients across multiple locations. The role emphasizes visible deterrence, routine armed patrols, and responsive incident handling at an aerospace/defense site.

Minimum requirements include two years in security, one year armed experience, an armed guard card, and a Secret clearance. A valid license and high school diploma are required; background checks and drug screening apply.