Armed Security Patrol Driver – Incident Response

Allied Universal; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Financial and health benefits

Exclusive perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an armed patrol driver in Nashville, TN to provide security, access control, and incident response for a utilities site. The role emphasizes customer service, situational awareness, and professional communication with site personnel and leadership.

Requirements include 1+ year of armed security or related experience, a valid driver's license, and compliance with background checks and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Subject to background investigation as per laws.
• Criminal histories considered as allowed by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Industry-specific security training programs.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors at a utilities location by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facility buildings, grounds, access points, parking areas, and perimeter areas to identify and report unusual conditions or unauthorized activity.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and following site protocols.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials, and maintain awareness of vehicle and pedestrian activity entering or leaving the location.
• Prepare accurate reports and communicate observations and concerns to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.

Skills

Armed security experience

Driver's license

Armed guard card

Access control

Handcuffs

Pepper spray

Batons

Age 21+

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking an armed patrol driver in Nashville, TN to provide security, access control, and incident response for a utilities site. The role emphasizes customer service, situational awareness, and professional communication with site personnel and leadership.

Requirements include 1+ year of armed security or related experience, a valid driver's license, and compliance with background checks and drug screening.