Armed Security Officer - Flexible Shifts & Growth

Allied Universal; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth

Smart Tools

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, –

Retirement plans

Vacation time after one year

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is hiring for a Security Officer Flex Armed Patrol Driver in Orange, CA. This role features 30–40 hours weekly with flexible, manager-assigned and self-scheduled shifts, demanding adaptability and reliability.

You will patrol, monitor access, respond to incidents, and complete logs while working across diverse sites. Pay is $30.88/hour, with opportunities for advancement in a respected security leader.

Qualifications

• Be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Have reliable transportation for Branch Flex assignments.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Be available for last‑minute shift scheduling.
• Be able to travel required distances for Branch Flex assignments.
• 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

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

Skills

Shift flexibility

Armed security license

Driver's license

Background check clearance

Multilingual (benefit)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is hiring for a Security Officer Flex Armed Patrol Driver in Orange, CA. This role features 30–40 hours weekly with flexible, manager-assigned and self-scheduled shifts, demanding adaptability and reliability.

You will patrol, monitor access, respond to incidents, and complete logs while working across diverse sites. Pay is $30.88/hour, with opportunities for advancement in a respected security leader.