Armed Security Officer - Morning Shift - West LA

Allied Universal; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading global security company, is hiring an Armed Security Officer for a government building in Los Angeles. The role includes customer service and enforcing safety protocols. Candidates should have a year of security experience and necessary permits. The position offers comprehensive benefits and competitive pay.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k plans

Ongoing paid training

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Must possess current Guard Card and Firearm Permit.
• Must have at least 1 year of security experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by enforcing safety and security procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly.
• Conduct regular patrols throughout the facility.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Crisis management

Education

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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Come and Join the World's Leading Global Security Company!

• Payrate: $26.00 per hour.
• Location: Los Angeles County, California
• Excellent benefits and career growth opportunities.
• We offer attractive payroll options like daily or weekly pay.
• Paid training and uniforms provided.
• Must have 1 year of security experience within the last 3 years.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, Morning Shift

As an Armed Security Officer, you will serve and safeguard clients in a Government Building.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, enforce site-specific policies, and if appropriate emergency response.

• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.

• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility and its perimeter. Work environment and conditions may vary by client site.

• Participate in industry specific security/safety training programs

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess effective written and oral communication skills and good interpersonal skills to deal with all levels of client personnel and the general public in a professional manner.

• Have intermediate computer skills to operate innovative wireless technology for personnel management and fulfilling security duties.

• Possess the skills to handle crisis situations at client sites in a calm and efficient manner.

• Ability to:

• Work in various environments such as cold or hot weather, rain or snow

• Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds

• Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift

• Stand or walk on various surfaces for long periods of time

MINIMUM REQUIREMETNS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Possess a current Guard Card and Firearm Permit and any other licensing requirements subject to state and/or local laws and regulations that may be required prior to employment.

• As a condition of employment, the candidate must successfully complete a background investigation and a drug screen in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.

• Possess a valid driver’s license, required for driving positions only.

• Must have at least 1 year of security experience within the past 3 years; or military and/or law enforcement 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.

PERKS AND BENEFITS:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions

• 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…

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.