Armed Security Officer Vehicle Patrol Clearance Eligible

Allied Universal®; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer for vehicle patrol in Palmdale, CA. The role involves protecting clients across Aero/Defense sectors, patrolling premises, controlling access, and delivering exceptional customer service while upholding our values of integrity, teamwork, and reliability.

Requirements include 3+ years in security or related fields (or a degree), an armed guard card, a valid driver's license, and the 40 caliber endorsement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or a college degree.
• Armed guard card/license required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• 5+ years of security-related experience.
• 40 caliber endorsement.
• Must be 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required.
• Drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, and visitors while carrying out site-specific security procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeters.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, process visitors and deliveries, and maintain logs.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Maintain armed post equipment and documentation per policies and laws.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Security awareness

Armed security experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Armed guard license

Tools

Access-control systems

Patrol equipment

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 Vehicle Patrol Clearance Eligible in Palmdale, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, and more. As an Armed Security Officer supporting an aerospace and defense location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond professionally to site needs. This driving post offers the opportunity to provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, caring, team-focused, and integrity-driven values.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $28.68 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 AM - 02:00 PMTue06:00 AM - 02:00 PMWed06:00 AM - 02:00 PMThur06:00 AM - 02:00 PMSun06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, and visitors while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, process visitors and deliveries, and maintain accurate activity logs in accordance with site policies.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to appropriate site contacts and public authorities as needed.
• Maintain required armed post equipment and documentation in accordance with Allied Universal policies, licensing requirements, and applicable laws.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or a college degree.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Possess 5 or more years of security-related experience.
• Possess a 40 caliber endorsement.
• 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.

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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.