Security Guard Armed Patrol Driver

Allied Universal; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Benefits: retirement + medical/dental/

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a Security Guard Armed Patrol Driver to protect clients across Education and related facilities. The role involves driving and patrolling, maintaining a visible security presence, and delivering professional customer service to students, staff, and visitors.

The position requires a Certified Protection Officer certification, an armed guard license, a valid driver’s license, and a high school diploma or equivalent, with background checks and drug

Qualifications

• Possess Certified Protection Officer certification.
• Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with policy.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screening as required by law.
• Licensing requirements depend on state and local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors while following security procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, walkways, and entrances.
• Monitor access points and report suspicious activity and maintenance concerns.
• Maintain incident reports and daily logs per Allied Universal policies.

Skills

Customer service

Security awareness

Communication

Situational awareness

Education

Certified Protection Officer certification

Armed guard card or license

Valid driver’s license

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

As a Security Guard Armed Patrol Driver in West Palm Beach, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at an educational location, you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. This driving post offers the opportunity to deliver professional customer service, respond to situations with integrity, and collaborate with a caring, reliable, and innovative Allied Universal team.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:30 PM - 10:30 PMTue02:30 PM - 10:30 PMFri02:30 PM - 10:30 PMSat02:30 PM - 10:30 PMSun02:30 PM - 10:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established campus protocols.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of academic buildings, parking areas, walkways, entrances, and the surrounding perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and report suspicious activity, hazardous conditions, and maintenance concerns through established reporting channels.
• Maintain required documentation, including incident reports, daily activity logs, and patrol observations, while complying with applicable armed post requirements and Allied Universal policies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a Certified Protection Officer certification.
• Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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.

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.