Armed Security Guard - License Required Full Time

Allied Universal; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Ongoing training and career growth

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Reno, NV. You will protect client sites across industries, perform patrols, and enforce safety procedures while delivering high-quality service.

Requirements include being 21+ for armed roles, a high school diploma or 5 years of verifiable experience, and the ability to pass background and drug screenings with specialized training as needed.

Qualifications

• Armed role requires 21+ years old
• High school diploma or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Background check in accordance with laws; some histories allowed
• Drug screen where permitted by law; required training and licensing may apply

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and enforce safety procedures at client sites
• Respond to incidents calmly and intervene as needed
• Carry out patrols and monitor perimeters as required by each site

Skills

Armed Security

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

5 years verifiable experience

Job description

Company Overview:

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.

$22.66+ / hour

Armed guard card holders are eligible for a $5,000 Sign-on BONUS for Full-Time or $3,000 for Part Time.

Must have valid NV ARMED PILB

As an Armed Security Officer you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security 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 patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• 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/safety 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

Perks and Benefits:

• Health insurance and Eligible for our company's retirement plans
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

PILB #1863

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

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