Armed Security Officer Retail

Alliedbarton Security Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health benefits

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security services provider, seeks an Armed Security Officer for a Houston retail site. You will protect clients, perform routine armed patrols, and respond to incidents with professionalism.

The role requires a valid Texas Level III Armed Certification, a driver’s license, and 21+ years of age. Schedule includes afternoon/evening shifts; pay is $22 per hour.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or 5+ years armed security experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Level III Armed Certification in Texas.
• Must be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screen per policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide security services at a retail grocery location, following site procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of store interior, exterior, parking, and perimeter.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and disturbances per laws and procedures.
• Monitor access points and report suspicious activity to site contacts or law enforcement.
• Document patrols and incidents accurately in reports with a professional presence.

Skills

Customer service

Armed security

Patrols

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Level III Armed Certification in Texas

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

As a Armed Security Officer Retail in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a retail location, you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond to customer and team member needs with professionalism. This driving post requires a valid driver’s license and Level III Armed Certification. Join Allied Universal’s caring, agile team to deliver reliable service with integrity and teamwork.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour

21+ Years of AgeActive Armed Guard Card/LicenseValid Driver's License - AU Driver Policy Requirements3+ Years' Combined Law Enforcement/Corrections/Military OR 5+ Years Armed Security Experience

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 11:30 PMFri02:00 PM - 11:30 PMSat02:00 PM - 11:30 PMSun02:00 PM - 11:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, customers, and employees by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities in a retail grocery location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the store interior, exterior, parking areas, loading zones, and perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or potential security-related concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following site procedures and applicable laws.
• Monitor access points, observe customer and employee activity, and report suspicious behavior, hazards, and policy violations to appropriate site contacts and/or law enforcement.
• Document patrols, incidents, observations, and daily activities accurately in required reports, maintaining a professional presence while helping to deter criminal activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or 5 or more 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.
• 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.