Armed Security Officer - DoD Clearance Required

Allied Universal; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Schedules that fit with your personal"

Ongoing paid training programs

Employee discounts through perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Poway, CA is seeking an Armed Security Officer to protect client sites across industries. The role requires an active CA guard card, 21+ age, and a high school diploma or equivalent, with strong observation and incident response skills.

You will perform patrols, handle safety procedures, and respond to emergencies. The position offers a $26/hour pay rate and options for weekly or daily pay, with benefits including health insurance and ongoing training, plus opportunities for

Qualifications

• Armed security officer role requires 21+ years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years verifiable experience.
• Background check required under federal/state/local laws.
• Drug screening required where permitted by law.
• Licensing may be required depending on state regulations.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service while enforcing safety procedures.
• Respond to incidents calmly and with problem-solving.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around client sites.

Skills

Armed security

Patrol

Customer service

Emergency response

Surveillance awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

Armed Security officer needed for Poway location! Must have active CA guard card!

Pay Rate $26/hour

Now offering weekly and daily pay!

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 Universalwill 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…

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Closing

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