Security Guard Armed Patrol

Allied Universal; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an Armed Security Officer to patrol and deter incidents at a government transportation location. You will perform vehicle and foot patrols, maintain visibility, and deliver customer service while following site policies.

The role requires a valid driver’s license, with pepper spray certification and armed guard credentials preferred. This is a full-time daytime schedule with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Pepper spray certification is preferred.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Background check as per federal/state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, employees, and contractors following security procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of transit centers and surrounding areas to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and report suspicious behavior or hazards according to site procedures.
• Complete detailed activity reports and shift logs in a government transportation environment.

Skills

Customer service

Observation and reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pepper spray certification

Armed guard card/license

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 Security Officer Armed Patrol Deterrence in Jacksonville, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer supporting a government transportation location. You will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and deliver outstanding customer service. This primarily driving role requires a valid driver’s license. Bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first mindset to a reliable, agile, and innovative team.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.57 / Hour

Job Schedule:DayTimeMon06:00 AM - 02:00 PMTue06:00 AM - 02:00 PMFri06:00 AM - 02:00 PMSat06:00 AM - 02:00 PMSun06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, employees, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at transportation facilities and surrounding areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and/or public agencies as directed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit centers, platforms, parking areas, administrative buildings, vehicle access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and observe pedestrian and vehicle activity, reporting suspicious behavior, hazards, policy violations, and maintenance concerns according to site procedures.
• Complete detailed activity reports, incident documentation, and shift logs while maintaining a professional presence in a government transportation environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Pepper spray certification is preferred.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• 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.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

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.