Armed Security Officer Part Time Patrol Driver

Allied Universal; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools access

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Austin, TX is seeking a part-time Armed Security Guard - Patrol Driver to provide reliable security coverage at a designated site. The role offers fixed shift hours, opportunities to pick up extra shifts, and a path to build experience in a leading security services company.

Responsibilities include patrolling, monitoring access points, responding to incidents, and documenting activities. Candidates must have an armed certification in Texas and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years combined law enforcement, corrections, military, or 5+ years armed security experience.
• Texas Level III Armed Certification required.
• Background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, customers, and staff per security procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances and other events following established protocols.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of floors, entrances, parking areas and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and report security concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Complete incident reports and daily activity logs with professional conduct.

Skills

Customer service

Security awareness

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

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

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands‑on experience, or work toward a full‑time career with the industry leader.

As a Armed Security Guard Part Time Patrol Driver in Austin, TX, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking‑up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $26.50 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTime Fri 06:00 AM - 02:45 PM Sat 06:00 AM - 02:45 PM

How This Role Works

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part‑time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build‑up to a full‑time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick‑up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part‑time hours this week and full‑time the next. It’s all up to you.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, customers, and store team members by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical situations, and other critical events in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following established protocols.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of retail sales floors, entrances, exits, parking areas, loading areas, and the surrounding perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor customer and employee access points, observe for suspicious activity, and report security‑related concerns, hazards, and policy violations to appropriate personnel.
• Complete accurate incident reports, daily activity logs, and other required documentation while maintaining a professional presence in a retail environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess 3+ years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or 5+ years of armed security‑related experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Possess a Level III Armed Certification in Texas only.
• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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.