Security Guard Armed Patrol Driver

Alliedbarton Security Services; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Brownsville, TX is seeking a Security Guard Enhanced Part Time Armed Security Patrol Driver. This role offers fixed anchor shifts plus opportunities to pick up extra shifts to boost earnings and gain experience across sites.

Responsibilities include patrols of a retail grocery site, responding to incidents, and maintaining training and licensing for armed duties. Minimum requirements: valid driver’s license, Texas Level III Armed Certification, high school diploma, and 21

Qualifications

• Customer service-oriented security professional
• Ability to maintain calm and professional demeanor during incidents
• Strong observation and reporting skills
• Dependable team member with flexible availability

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to customers, employees, and visitors while carrying out security procedures
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations following protocols
• Conduct armed patrols at the assigned retail grocery site across areas including entrances and perimeters
• Deter theft and disturbances through visible presence and timely communication with site contacts
• Maintain training and licensing for armed duties and proper handling of equipment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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 Security Guard Enhanced Part Time Armed Security Patrol Driver in Brownsville, 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: $14.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri12:00 PM - 11:30 PM

How This Role Works:

• 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.

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.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to customers, employees, and visitors by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following established protocols and reporting requirements.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the retail grocery location, including sales floors, entrances, parking areas, loading areas, and perimeter.
• Help to deter unauthorized activity, theft‑related concerns, and disturbances through a visible presence and timely communication with site contacts and law enforcement as appropriate.
• Maintain required training, licensing, and documentation for armed duties, including the authorized handling and storage of assigned equipment.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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 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.

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.