Armed Security Officer Open Interview

Allied Universal; Nashville (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading security firm that values purpose and community impact. As an Armed Security Guard, you'll play a vital role in maintaining safety at correctional facilities, ensuring a secure environment for all. This full-time position offers competitive pay of $21 per hour, with opportunities for growth and development. Enjoy a diverse and inclusive workplace where your contributions matter. With a $2,000 hiring bonus for qualified candidates, this is an excellent chance to advance your career in security. If you're ready to make a difference, apply today and be part of a welcoming team dedicated to excellence.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401k Plans

Ongoing Paid Training

Employee Discounts

Flexible Schedules

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older and possess a valid driver's license.
• Background investigation and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by ensuring safety and security procedures are followed.
• Conduct regular patrols and respond to incidents calmly.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Patrolling

Emergency Response

Security Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

5 Years of Verifiable Experience

Job description

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Allied Universal is now hiring full-time and part-time Armed Security Guards. We’re looking for motivated individuals ready to work and make a real impact by patrolling correctional facilities and ensuring security both inside and outside the premises.

The position pays $21 per hour, and we’re hiring for all shifts.

Open Interview Hiring Event

No appointment needed. Come learn more about our growing team.

Saturday February 1st 10:00-3:00

9762 US-301 North

Whitakers, NC 27891

Applicants must be 21 or older, have a valid driver’s license, and ability to certify at range/obtain an active armed NCPPSB guard card.

Prior experience in armed security, corrections, military, or law enforcement is preferred, we offer a welcoming team environment and growth opportunities for all hires.

$2,000 hiring bonus for candidates with an active Armed NCPPSB guard card.

Take the next step in your career—apply today!

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 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/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 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.

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, 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.