Armed Security Officer Full Time Overnights

Allied Universal; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a Security Officer Armed Patrol to protect client sites in manufacturing and industrial environments. This full-time role pays $23 per hour and involves regular patrols, access control, and incident response.

You will maintain reports, coordinate with site leadership, and adhere to post instructions. The schedule includes overnight shifts Sunday through Saturday, 12:00 AM to 08:00 AM, with opportunities for training and career growth.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Alarm panel experience preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Baton certification preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• As a condition of employment, background investigation and drug screen will be conducted.
• Licensing requirements may be required depending on state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security procedures and post instructions.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular armed patrols throughout manufacturing and industrial facilities.
• Monitor access, verify credentials, document visitor activity, and report unusual conditions.
• Maintain required reports and communicate observations to site leadership and supervision.

Skills

Customer service

Alarm panel experience

Computer skills

Baton certification

21 years old

Education

Law Enforcement or Military Police Training Program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

As a Security Officer Armed Patrol in Lynchburg, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will conduct routine patrols, monitor access points and alarm activity, help to deter incidents through a visible presence, and respond to security-related concerns. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting a caring, team-focused culture built on integrity, reliability, agility, and innovation.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Tue: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Fri: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Sat: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Sun: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established post instructions.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout manufacturing and industrial facilities, including production areas, access points, parking areas, and perimeter locations.
• Monitor access to the location, verify credentials, document visitor and contractor activity, and report unauthorized activity or unusual conditions.
• Maintain required reports and activity logs, communicate observations to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision, and follow applicable armed post procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be a graduate of a Law Enforcement or Military Police Training Program or equivalent.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Baton certification 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 licence 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.

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.