Armed Security Officer - Full Time

Allied Universal; Manson (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Armed Response Driver in Manson, NC. You will safeguard government locations, perform armed patrols, and respond to security concerns with professionalism and clear communication.

The role requires a valid driver’s license and an armed guard card or license, with a minimum age of 21 and a high school diploma. Pay is $21.50 per hour, with day shifts and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Armed guard card or license preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check as required by law.
• Drug screen as permitted by law.
• Participation in security training programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and the public while following site-specific policies.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, and parking areas; report irregularities.
• Monitor restricted access points and maintain logs and incident documentation.
• Respond to incidents calmly and coordinate with site personnel and emergency responders.
• Maintain readiness of equipment and comply with laws and post procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Professional conduct

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Armed guard card/licence

Job description

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

Security Officer Full Time Armed Response Driver in Manson, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. This driving post requires a valid driver’s license and offers the opportunity to support a caring, reliable team. You will provide exceptional customer service, clear communication, and integrity while helping promote an orderly environment.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:DayTimeThur05:45 PM - 06:00 AMFri05:45 PM - 06:00 AMSat05:45 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or members of the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government corrections location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, access points, perimeter areas, and/or parking areas to help identify and report unusual activity, hazardous conditions, or policy violations.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify authorization as required, and maintain accurate logs, reports, and/or incident documentation in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following established protocols and coordinating with appropriate site personnel and/or emergency responders.
• Maintain readiness of assigned equipment and comply with all applicable laws, licensing requirements, Allied Universal policies, and site‑specific armed post procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• 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.

Why Join Us

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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.